About Us

The Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts.

The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. We continually strive to create a high-performance workplace that is characterised by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery.

About the Role

The Honourable Justice Jane Dixon, Principal Judge of the Criminal Trial Division, is seeking a legally qualified individual to be her associate commencing in late September 2024. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Criminal Division of the Supreme Court of Victoria.

Duties include:

• Preparing research and briefing memoranda and assisting in the production of judgments, papers and presentations, including proofreading and editing
• Performing administrative tasks, including maintaining Court records and preparing material for use by the Judge in Court
• Speaking in Court – empanelling juries, taking verdicts and arraigning the accused
• Liaising with Court staff, the public, the media and the profession.

About You

An individual with up to two years' post‑graduate experience and/or an interest in this area would be advantageous. Excellent writing skills and strong academic credentials are essential. One or more of: experience on the editorial committee of a university law journal; research work for an academic; and/or a higher degree in law, are preferred, along with personal qualities suitable for liaising with the profession and members of the public.

How to apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button, ensuring you include the following in your application:

• resume 
• a short cover letter
• academic transcript

Other information

CSV is the employer of staff at Courts Group.  CSV has a firm commitment through its Koori Employment Plan to increase participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across our workforce.

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. Those from the LGBTQIA+ community, women, people of all ages, with disabilities, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and those who are neurodiverse, are encouraged to apply.

We aim to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the Position Contact listed in the Position Description.