Acknowledgment of Country Court Services Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land and waterways upon which our lives depend. We pay respect to their Elders, knowledge holders and leaders - past and present CCVThe 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.Cases are heard across three divisions: Criminal, Common Law and Commercial. The County Court regularly sits across 12 circuit locations. Circuits are generally 4 to 5 weeks in length and most Judges in the Criminal and Common Law Divisions undertake two circuits annually. About the Role We are seeking to appoint an Associate to support her Honour Judge Davis at the County Court of Victoria. Her Honour Judge Davis hears matters in both the Criminal and Common Law Divisions. As Judge Davis' associate, you will provide high-level legal and administrative support to her Honour both within the Court and in chambers, and work closely with another associate. The role requires articulate and resilient individuals, with high level written and analytical skills, who are passionate about the justice system. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience in the Court and exposure to complex legal matters, judicial reasoning, and advocacy styles. You will gain a thorough working knowledge of legal principles and legislation in a complex, demanding and sensitive environment. Ideally you will have demonstrated legal ability, a strong interest in the work of both the Common Law and Criminal Divisions of the Court, a high level of attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Duties include: Providing operational, administrative and technical support to Judge Davis both in chambers and in court. Accompanying Judge Davis to circuit courts in regional Victoria in Criminal and Common Law Divisions, as and when required. Drafting, editing and proof-reading orders, judgments, rulings and sentences including formatting, citations, anonymisation, and publication as well as summarising facts, and evidence. Undertaking legal research directed by Judge Davis and preparation of required draft documents. Liaising with a wide range of stakeholders, including judicial officers, barristers, solicitors, court staff, court users and the public. Managing Judge Davis' schedule of engagements and commitments as well as assisting with the coordination and case management of matters, including court sittings. Preparation of correspondence and other communication required in the management of judicial chambers Undertaking accurate, timely data entry and maintaining all relevant information in the case management systems in accordance with record keeping guidelines. Assisting other judicial officers in Melbourne and on circuit, in court and in chambers, as and when required. In the Criminal and Common Law Divisions, as an Associate you will be required to manage juries, including arraignments and take verdicts, record and disseminate orders and maintain court files, exhibits and transcripts. An Associate must be highly proficient in the use of technology as the role involves utilising technology, often integrated with video conferencing About you As a preferred candidate/s, you will have: A degree in law preferably and be admitted to legal practice. Legal practitioners and candidates interested in a future at the Victorian Bar are encouraged to apply. Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Demonstrated ability writing legal correspondence in a precise and accurate manner 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 Strong organisational awareness Demonstrated experience planning and prioritising workloads The ability to maintain flexibility with changing priorities in a sensitive and confidential environment A valid Australian State or Territory driver licence. Benefits There are several key benefits to Associates, including: An opportunity to work closely with Judge Davis and to gain insight into judicial reasoning and decision making Opportunity to develop a strong professional network Learning and development opportunities Excellent foundation for a career in the legal profession including progressing to practice, policy work or a career at the Victorian Bar 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/s, and * comprehensive responses to the online application questions For further information on the position, please see the attached position description. For any enquiries about this position please contact Sue Pearce, Judicial Staff Coordinator at Sue.Pearce@courts.vic.gov.au Interested candidates are also encouraged to visit the County Court of Victoria website www.countycourt.vic.gov.au to find out more about the County Court's jurisdiction. Note: Applications will be considered as they are received, and you may be contacted prior to the application close date. We encourage early applications. Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 2 April 2026. 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 and misconduct screening. 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.
