About Us Court Services Victoria provides corporate services and facilities to support the performance of the judicial, quasi-judicial and administrative functions of Victoria's courts and tribunal, Judicial College and Judicial Commission. Collectively, Victoria's Supreme, County, Magistrates', Children's, and Coroners courts, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT), the Judicial College of Victoria, the Judicial Commission of Victoria, and Court Services Victoria (CSV) are referred to as the 'Courts Group'. Our people enable the Courts Group to deliver on each jurisdictions own strategic priorities while also pursuing strategic opportunities that are interconnected and deliver benefits more broadly. SCV The Supreme Court of Victoria is the highest court in Victoria and comprises the Court of Appeal and the Trial Division. The Court deals with major criminal and civil matters, plus appeals against decisions of lower courts. The Supreme Court of Victoria recognises that its people are integral to its ability to meet and exceed community expectations and to achieve its goal of being an outstanding superior court. We continually strive to create a high-performance workplace that is characterized by creativity, innovation, flexibility, and quality delivery. About the Role Justice Stynes is seeking a legally qualified person to be her Associate in mid-July 2025. Justice Stynes undertakes a wide variety of work within the Commercial Court of the Supreme Court of Victoria. Her Honour is the Judge in charge of the Technology, Engineering and Construction List. As a result, the successful applicant will have a genuine interest in construction law. Her Honour strives for excellence in her work and the work of her chambers. As such, you will have exemplary academic results and very strong legal research skills. You will be highly organised and will be able to liaise in an efficient and cordial manner with members of the legal profession, the Court, and the public. Experience in the area of construction law and at least one year of post admission experience at a law firm (or similar) is desirable. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience at the Court and contribute to the administration of justice. Duties will include: Undertaking high level legal research; Assisting with the production of judgments, papers and presentations including proof-reading and editing; Performing administrative tasks, including managing the demands of the Judge Managed Lists; Acting as chambers' first point of contact, liaising with Court staff, the public, the media and the profession; and Undertaking the duties of an Associate in Court. The closing date for applications is midnight Sunday 13 April 2025. Applications will be considered as they are received and you may be contacted prior to the application close date. For further details, please review the attached position description. How to Apply Applicants are encouraged to apply online, outlining professional skills, knowledge and personal qualities. Applications must include: cover letter that, amongst other things, addresses why you wish to be a Commercial Court Associate and why you are a suitable candidate; résumé; and copy of academic transcript. Applicants are not required to separately address the key selection criteria. For any enquiries regarding this position, please contact Samantha Loo, Judicial Services Coordinator (Commercial Court), on 03 8600 2412 or 0436 373 052 or at sam.loosupcourt.vic.gov.au Other information 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. 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 email the contact person listed in the advertisement.