The successful candidate will:

Prepare materials for the Criminal Trial Courts Bench Book and contribute to the updating of the Commission’s other criminal law bench books as needed

Prepare and review case summaries and other material

Review, prepare draft material and conduct legal research in relation to, procedural and evidentiary issues

Write/contribute to articles concerning trends in criminal law, sentencing patterns and current legal issues suitable for publication by the Commission

Oversee more junior members of the team

The ideal candidate will have:

Tertiary qualifications in law plus a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in the practice of criminal law

Demonstrated criminal trial experience

Extensive knowledge of criminal law including sentencing law, evidence law and criminal procedure

High level oral and written communication skills, including an ability to produce legal text to a standard suitable for publication

Supervisory experience in a legal office environment

Ability to work in a small team, as an active and contributing member, and autonomously

About the Judicial Commission

Our work is designed to enhance public confidence in the judiciary by promoting the highest standards of judicial behaviour and decision making. We are leaders in judicial education and sentencing research and share our knowledge and experience with the global network of judiciaries and judicial education providers.

The Commission is a highly collegiate work environment and supports a flexible working model, with an office located in Sydney CBD. We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the community we serve.

This is an on-going appointment; however, we would consider a 12-month contract or a secondment from another agency.

Remuneration package from $110,226-$122,058, plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

To apply, please include a covering letter and CV.