Chambers & Docket Supervisor - Judicial Support

Lawyers Weekly; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Court Australia in Melbourne seeks an Associate to assist a Judge with day-to-day chambers management and to supervise the Deputy Associate. The role requires handling enquiries, docket management, and ensuring orders and judgments are prepared accurately.

The successful candidate will maintain court case management systems, liaise with external stakeholders, and contribute to improvements in working practices, while upholding high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication (oral and written) and liaison skills and the ability to communicate with people of all levels.
• Demonstrated high‑level keyboard skills and ability to use relevant software applications including Microsoft Office applications and the internet.
• The ability to adapt to changing situations and priorities.
• Tolerance, diligence and the ability to work as a member of a small team.
• A high standard of ethical behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
• Supervise the work of the deputy associate.
• Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing.
• Ensure the court's case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments.
• Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders.
• Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Keyboard skills

Adaptability

Team player

Ethical standards

Job description

Federal Court Australia in Melbourne seeks an Associate to assist a Judge with day-to-day chambers management and to supervise the Deputy Associate. The role requires handling enquiries, docket management, and ensuring orders and judgments are prepared accurately.

The successful candidate will maintain court case management systems, liaise with external stakeholders, and contribute to improvements in working practices, while upholding high ethical standards.