Aps 5 - Brisbane, Australia - Federal Court of Australia

Federal Court of Australia

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Brisbane, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

_This position is within the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia._

Purpose of Position

The Associate is part of a team assisting a Judge in the day to day management of Chambers and Court.

The role of the Associate is to manage chambers and to supervise the Legal or Deputy Associate.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Daytoday running of chambers including responding to enquiries.
Supervise the work of a Legal Associate or Deputy Associate.
Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing.
Providing a high level of administrative support to the judicial officer to ensure the prompt distribution of orders and judgments.
Entering data accurately into the Court's case management and other information systems to reflect the workload of the judicial officer.
Making travel arrangements (flight bookings, accommodation reservations and car bookings) associated with circuit and relief sittings, and attendance at meetings and conferences.
Maintain court related relationships with various external stakeholders.
Contribute to organisational forums working for better working practices.
Other duties as required.

Selection Criteria

Welldeveloped interpersonal skills including tact, discretion, initiative and the ability to communicate effectively with members of the judiciary, the legal profession, the public and other court staff.
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.
Experience in a legal environment.

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Eligibility

To be eligible for employment with the Federal Court of Australia, you must be an Australian Citizen and will be required to provide proof of citizenship if you are the successful applicant.

Applicants offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a police record check and must be willing to disclose all relevant and required information.