Associate to a Judicial Officer of the County Court | Her Honour Judge Brimer (Commercial Division)

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The County Court of Victoria (CCV) within Court Services Victoria is established pursuant to the County Court Act 1958. It has original and appellate jurisdiction and is the principal trial court in the State of Victoria.

The Court's vision is to be a leader in court excellence, delivering the highest standard of justice to the community and inspiring public confidence in the rule of law.

The Commercial Division is headed by Her Honour Judge Burchell and has an unlimited monetary jurisdiction in commercial matters. Cases involve general commercial matters, complex cases, arbitration, building disputes and banking and finance disputes.

All matters are heard by a single judge, or in some instances, a Judicial Registrar or Deputy Registrar.

Learn more: Commercial Division - County Court of Victoria

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint an Associate to support her Honour Judge Brimer.

Her Honour currently sits in the Court's Commercial Division and is the Judge in Charge of the Arbitration List. Her Honour has also sat in the Criminal Division and is a Vice President of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal.

Her Honour Judge Brimer is seeking a legally qualified individual to be one of her Associates with an anticipated commencement date in January 2027.

Experience in legal practice is highly desirable.

The position of Associate is a highly sought after role and provides high-level legal and administrative support to the Judge so they can meet their obligations both within the Court and in chambers.  The role requires articulate, passionate and resilient individuals who can build positive professional relationships with stakeholders.

As an Associate, you will gain invaluable insight into the role of the advocate and have the opportunity to develop a strong professional network. 

Duties of an Associate include:

• Preparation of correspondence and other communication required in the management of judicial chambers
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders including other judicial officers, barristers, solicitors, other court staff, court users, registry officers and the public.
• Assisting her Honour with the coordination and case management of matters, including court sittings and liaising with parties.
• Providing operational, administrative and technical support to her Honour, as well as other judicial officers, both in chambers and in court.
• Drafting, editing and proofreading orders, judgments, rulings and sentences including formatting, citations, anonymisation, and publication as well as summarising facts, and evidence.
• Managing her Honour's schedule of engagements and commitments.
• Undertaking accurate, timely data entry and maintaining all relevant information in the case management systems in accordance with record keeping guidelines.
• Undertaking legal research as directed by her Honour and preparation of required draft documents.

 

About you

The successful applicant must be admitted to legal practice. Post-admission experience or experience in legal practice is preferred. An interest in advocacy and being called to the Bar is desirable. Excellent interpersonal skills, high-level research capabilities, written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in grammar and a solid academic record are essential. The role requires a high degree of sensitivity and professionalism as you will be working closely with Judges, court staff, legal practitioners, and members of the public.

To be the successful applicant, you will possess:

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills to act confidently and accurately convey information over the telephone, in writing and in person to members of the Court, legal profession, and the public
• Demonstrated ability in legal research and writing, including writing legal correspondence in a precise and accurate manner
• Strong attention to detail and well-developed proof reading skills
• The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a small team
• Demonstrated strong computer literacy skills with the ability to work on several online programs and case management systems
• Highly proficient skills in the use of technology, particularly for video conferencing platforms such as Zoom and Webex
• Demonstrated experience planning and prioritising workloads under competing timeframes
• The ability to maintain flexibility with changing priorities in a sensitive and confidential environment

 

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• a cover letter outlining your interests and suitability for the role
• a current resume
• a copy of your academic transcript

For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. 

For any enquiries about this position please contact Emilio Johal, Judicial Staff Coordinator at emilio.johal@courts.vic.gov.au  

Applications close: Monday 23 November 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Note: Applications will be considered as they are received, and you may be contacted prior to the application close date for interview. We encourage early applications.

Late applications will not be accepted, and all applications must be lodged online via the Careers Victoria website, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities.

 

Wellbeing in the Court Environment

Working at the County Court can be both rewarding and meaningful. At times, however, your work may involve exposure to sensitive, confronting or potentially distressing material. The County Court recognises the impact of these demands on our people, and have a range of services, programs, and strategies in place to help mitigate the psychological impact of exposures.

We are committed to fostering a thriving and supported workforce, and we partner with our employees to make this happen. The County Court expects that employees play an active role in managing their psychological health, including reaching out for assistance to our support services when needed.

Other information

Court Services Victoria (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. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for these opportunities. For cultural support or all enquiries relating to support available for First Nations applicants, please contact the CSV Dhumba Murmuk Djerring Unit: dmdu@courts.vic.gov.au

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 Talent Acquisition team: careers@courts.vic.gov.au

As part of our commitment to a safe and respectful workplace, we conduct pre-employment checks, including but not limited to, reference checks, police checks, misconduct screening, and a pre-employment health declaration. These checks are handled confidentially and with care and are a standard part of our hiring process to ensure the right fit for both our candidates and the organisation.