Principal Advisor to the Chief Magistrate

About Us

Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. 

Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the ‘Courts Group'. 

Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdiction's own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly.

The Magistrates' Court of Victoria (MCV) is the first level of the Victorian court system and is a jurisdiction within the Court Services Victoria.  It has a long history of providing justice for the people of Victoria in metropolitan and regional courts across the state. The Court determines in excess of 300,000 cases per annum at 51 locations, equating to approximately 90 percent of all cases that come before Victorian courts each year. The Court aims to be an innovative, accessible, and responsive court that provides quality services to the Victorian community.

 

About the Role

This role plays a key strategic function, supporting the Chief Magistrate and Deputy Chief Magistrates through high‑level advice and proactive administrative leadership. You will guide and influence work on complex and sensitive issues, ensuring projects and services are delivered to organisational standards and aligned with priority reforms.

In this influential position, you will be the central point of contact for senior internal and external stakeholders, managing sensitive issues, coordinating critical information, and ensuring the timely delivery of high‑quality briefings, submissions, reports, and strategic advice. You'll play a key role in shaping responses to emerging challenges, supporting major reform initiatives, and contributing to the Court's long‑term direction.

The position requires sound judgement, daily decision‑making, and the ability to foster strong, collaborative relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders across the Court and the broader justice sector.

 

Our Benefits

• We care about your health and wellbeing and have partnered with Fitness Passport, an initiative that allows you to access significantly discounted fitness membership program

• Peer Support Program designed to help create a safe and supportive workplace where colleagues look out for each other

• Koori staff network to enhance support for Koori staff and ensure that appropriate networks and services are readily available

• Ongoing professional development within a collaborative and supportive work environment

 

About You

• You will bring a demonstrated and sound understanding of the legal and policy environment in which the Court operates, along with the ability to provide strategic advice on key policy, reform, and organisational priorities.

• You will have strong communication and interpersonal skills, paired with excellent attention to detail.

• You work effectively both collaboratively and independently, and you can respond to urgent and sensitive matters while maintaining confidentiality. You demonstrate tact, discretion, and sound judgement in all interactions.

• A tertiary qualification in law, business administration, public policy, or a related field is highly desirable.

• Experience in, or a strong understanding of, court operations and the justice environment would be beneficial.

 

How to Apply

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

• resume 
• a short cover letter

 

 

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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, CSV conduct pre-employment checks, including reference checks, police checks and misconduct screening. These checks are handled confidentially, with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both candidates and Court Services Victoria.