EL 2 - Judicial Registrar

$161,947 – $168,295 per annum, plus superannuation (Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience, plus 15.4% superannuation on top of base salary) Ongoing, full-time Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney Salary from 13 March 2025: $168,101 - $174,690 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation (salary is negotiable based on skills and experience) Position Overview The FCA are seeking highly capable candidates who are enthusiastic, driven and motivated to perform the key functions of a Judicial Registrar. Registrars exercise judicial and statutory functions delegated by Judges or conferred by the rules of FCA and FCFCOA in the general federal law jurisdictions of those Courts. The Judicial Registrar is a multi-faceted position and plays a key role within the structure of the Courts, particularly in relation to the following: conducting mediations of matters in the general federal law jurisdiction of the FCA and the FCFCOA, including, corporations, bankruptcy and the fair work jurisdiction undertaking a diverse range of other registrar work in the general federal law jurisdiction of the FCA and FCFCOA, including case management in support of judges and performing delegated judicial functions, running court lists such as in corporations and bankruptcy, and costs assessments working collaboratively with other registrars to support the judges of the FCA in relation to the efficient disposition of their work; and liaising with judges, court staff, court users and other internal and external stakeholders. This role is suitable for lawyers with substantial civil litigation experience in one or more areas of practice that align with the general federal law jurisdiction of the Courts. A background, experience or demonstrated interest in general commercial litigation or insolvency will be highly regarded. Key responsibilities Performing delegated judicial functions Judicial Registrars will perform statutory duties, powers and functions of a Registrar pursuant to the FCA and FCFCOA Acts and other legislative instruments, as required. Judicial Registrars will perform delegated judicial functions locally and nationally, including: conducting mediations undertaking case management of proceedings hearing and determining interlocutory applications such as discovery, privilege and security for costs undertaking costs assessments carrying out delegated judicial functions by way of presiding as required over various court lists and proceedings in areas including bankruptcy, corporate insolvency and employment law operating as national duty registrar on a rotational basis. Support for Judges and other Registrars Judicial Registrars will liaise with key internal and external stakeholders in areas of Registrar practice and procedure and matters of jurisdiction, and will be expected to: engage with judges and senior registrars to identify and undertake work in support of judges for the effective case management and disposition of proceedings provide high level support to the judges, senior registrars and senior management of the courts regarding the management of the courts’ overall workloads assist as required with education opportunities for judges, registrars, court staff and members of the profession. Formal Qualifications This role is suitable for lawyers at senior associate level or above with substantial civil litigation experience and requires the occupant to perform statutory legal functions, including conducting hearings, mediations and case management. Applicants should have: legal qualifications and admission as a practitioner of the High Court and/or the Supreme Court of a State or Territory of Australia are essential a minimum of 5 years post admission experience is expected. The successful applicant will be expected to be an accredited mediator or be willing to undertake the necessary course and assessment modules to obtain accreditation. Selection Criteria Demonstrated extensive experience in civil litigation and practice in superior courts of Australia. The ability to exercise judicial discretion in an appropriate manner including the capacity to preside in court and exercise delegated judicial powers and functions. Demonstrated experience in, or the ability to conduct, mediations or other ADR mechanisms. Demonstrated experience and understanding of the jurisdiction and practice of general federal law work in the FCA and FCFCOA. Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated ability to critically evaluate large volumes of information and demonstrate sound judgment in decision-making. Highly developed communication skills, including the ability to represent the FCA and FCFCOA at a senior level, when interacting with the public and legal profession, and the ability to influence behaviour and attitudes at all levels. Demonstrated ability to shape strategic thinking and implement improved and innovative practices. A proven ability to: to undertake analytical and legal work and critically evaluate a large volume of information; and build and sustain positive relationships with a network of key stakeholders internally and externally. Eligibility Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following: Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship; Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check, and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment; Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period. Interested candidates who have received a redundancy benefit from an APS agency are welcome to apply, but note that they cannot be engaged until their redundancy benefit period has expired. Diversity and Inclusion Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability. First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families. Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role. RecruitAbility RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability Contact Officer For more information, please contact Tim Luxton, National Judicial Registrar and District Registrar via telephone 03 8638 6 or email fedcourt.gov.au How to apply To apply, please complete the application form on the Court’s careers portal. As part of your application, you will be required to submit a two-page pitch (maximum word limit 1000 words) outlining your suitability for this position having regards to the duties of the position which are described in the position description. Position Description WORD Opens in new window Position Description PDF Opens in new window

Location: The Rocks, AU

Posted Date: 3/1/2025