Judicial Associate, Commercial Division & Arbitration

County Court of Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

County Court of Victoria in Melbourne is seeking an Associate to support Her Honour Judge Brimer in the Commercial Division. The role provides high‑level legal and administrative support within the court and chambers.

You will gain insight into advocacy, develop a professional network, and work with judges, barristers, solicitors and court staff. A legal practice admission is required and post‑admission experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Admitted to legal practice in Victoria.
• Post-admission experience or strong practice background preferred.
• Interest in advocacy and Bar admission desirable.
• Excellent communication, research, and writing skills required.
• High professionalism and discretion when working with Judges and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare correspondence and communications for judicial chambers.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders including judges, barristers, solicitors, court staff and the public.
• Coordinate and manage matters, including court sittings and liaising with parties.
• Provide operational, administrative and technical support to the Judge and chambers.
• Draft, edit and proofread orders, judgments and citations with accuracy.
• Maintain Judge Brimer's schedule and manage data entry in case management systems.

Skills

Legal research

Written communications

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Court procedures

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or JD

Tools

Case management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

County Court of Victoria in Melbourne is seeking an Associate to support Her Honour Judge Brimer in the Commercial Division. The role provides high‑level legal and administrative support within the court and chambers.

You will gain insight into advocacy, develop a professional network, and work with judges, barristers, solicitors and court staff. A legal practice admission is required and post‑admission experience is preferred.