Associate to Deputy President / Industrial Commissioner

About the role

This role acts as a personal and confidential aide to the Member of the Court and Commission, supporting them in and out of court on their duties. It provides executive support for administering the Member's case workload efficiently and effectively.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Member's chambers, including the library, diary, confidential filing and indexing, and filing decisions
• Ensure the courtroom runs smoothly: availability of facilities, accurate listing of matters, recording and safe custody of exhibits and court files, and attendance in court to record orders
• Support the Member with hearings, conferences, appointments, travel arrangements and incoming calls
• Research awards, orders, decisions and interpretations of the Court, the Commission and other jurisdictions
• Prepare, vet, format and draft documents such as decisions, amendments, awards, orders and agreements
• Liaise with the Registrar, registry staff, parties, lawyers, government departments, trade unions, employer groups, the media and the public
• Maintain quality in line with the Registry's quality systems and administrative processes, and coordinate workflows between the Member and the Registry
• Attend to other duties directed by the Member

Required profile

• Genuine interest in industrial relations and employment law, with a sound understanding of the Court and Commission's work; familiarity with key legislation and industrial law jurisprudence is highly regarded
• Education and personal maturity sufficient to converse confidently with people in high office
• Sound organisational skills, confidentiality, tact, discretion, initiative, reliability and time management
• Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Resilience and professionalism in office administration, including keyboard and word processing and computer-based file tracking

To apply, submit a concise CV or resume covering employment and education history, and a covering letter addressing the key attributes and duties. If previously employed, provide at least one referee; otherwise a reference from your academic institution.