Salary as of 12 March 2026: Total package $200,584 - $208,446 per annum, including 15.4% superannuation (Base salary $173,816 - $180,629 per annum, plus 15.4% superannuation). Packages in excess of this amount may be considered for outstanding candidates and those who might be offered leadership roles Position overview Judicial Registrars support Judges in facilitating the just resolution of general federal law proceedings as quickly, inexpensively and efficiently as possible and play a key role in achieving the Court's objectives by: Performing delegated judicial functions at a high level from the bench; Conducting mediations; Supporting the development and implementation of the Court's policies and practices; Contributing to the development of practice area resources; and Liaising with Judges, court staff, court users and other internal and external stakeholders. The Court is committed to supporting the professional development of all its staff and providing a career pathway within the Court. Judicial Registrars with suitable experience may be considered for national leadership roles. The Court also has an extraordinary track record of judicial appointments being made from the ranks of its Registrars. The key duties of the position include Delegated judicial functions Exercising delegated judicial powers and functions pursuant to section 254 of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Act 2021 (Cth) and other legislative instruments to: Hear and determine general and personal insolvency proceedings under the Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth), including creditor's petitions, applications to set aside Bankruptcy Notices, applications to administer deceased estates and applications for substituted service orders. Hear and determine small claims under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 (Cth). Hear and determine certain interlocutory applications, including applications for summary judgment, costs, discovery and subpoena objections. Conduct public examinations in bankruptcy. Case management and alternative dispute resolution Conducting case management hearings including directions hearings and callovers in general federal law proceedings including adverse action, human rights and Fair Work matters and providing other case management support to Judges as required. Conducting mediations and other alternative dispute resolution events. Performing urgent and duty registrar work in relation to general federal law matters, as required. Policy and practice and leadership Contributing to the development and improvement of policies, processes and practice resources. Contributing to professional development opportunities for Judges, Registrars, Court staff and members of the profession.
