Federal Court of Australia

The Federal Court of Australia entity is the administrative organisation that engages employees under the Public Service Act 1999 to work in support of one or more of the Federal Court of Australia, Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, and National Native Title Tribunal Jurisdictions.

The Courts Administration Legislation Amendment Act 2016 established the Federal Court entity however, each court continues to maintain its distinct statutory identity, with separate functions and judicial independence.

20 Apr, 2026
Full time
Federal Court of Australia Hybrid (Sydney NSW, Australia)
Position Overview The Research Specialist (Federal Crime) provides high level research, analysis and drafting support to the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area, with a focus on the development of policies and protocols for the coordination, administration, and supervision of jurors in FCA indictable criminal proceedings. The primary responsibilities of the Research Specialist (Federal Crime) are to: Conduct legal, procedural, and operational research relevant to the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. Analyse legislation, case law, and court rules to inform the development of guidance materials and internal procedures in the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. Support the development of jury management policies and protocols. Draft procedural guides, briefing notes, and operational policies. Provide guidance to registry staff and stakeholders on procedural and operational matters in...
Expiration Date:
06 May, 2026
20 Apr, 2026
Full time
Federal Court of Australia Hybrid (Melbourne VIC, Australia)
Position Overview The Research Specialist (Federal Crime) provides high level research, analysis and drafting support to the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area, with a focus on the development of policies and protocols for the coordination, administration, and supervision of jurors in FCA indictable criminal proceedings. The primary responsibilities of the Research Specialist (Federal Crime) are to: Conduct legal, procedural, and operational research relevant to the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. Analyse legislation, case law, and court rules to inform the development of guidance materials and internal procedures in the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. Support the development of jury management policies and protocols. Draft procedural guides, briefing notes, and operational policies. Provide guidance to registry staff and stakeholders on procedural and operational matters in...
Expiration Date:
06 May, 2026
20 Apr, 2026
Full time
Federal Court of Australia Melbourne VIC, Australia
Position Overview The Legal Case Manager (Federal Crime) position reports directly to a Senior Judicial Registrar who supports Judges in the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. The position provides legal and administrative support to the Senior Judicial Registrars (Federal Crime) who exercise delegated powers in both federal crime proceedings and civil proceedings. The primary areas in which the Legal Case Manager (Federal Crime) will provide support are: Jury management and coordination, which includes: Coordinating all jury operations and supervising empanelled juries during indictable trials. Managing information relating to jury, communication and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant provisions of the Federal Court of Australia Act 1976 (Cth); Data processing and record keeping for juror information. Providing information to prospective and empanelled jurors. Liaising with state and territory jury authorities under...
Expiration Date:
06 May, 2026
20 Apr, 2026
Full time
Federal Court of Australia Sydney NSW, Australia
Position Overview The Legal Case Manager (Federal Crime) position reports directly to a Senior Judicial Registrar who supports Judges in the Federal Crime and Related Proceedings National Practice Area. The position provides legal and administrative support to the Senior Judicial Registrars (Federal Crime) who exercise delegated powers in both federal crime proceedings and civil proceedings. The primary areas in which the Legal Case Manager (Federal Crime) will provide support are: Jury management and coordination, which includes: Coordinating all jury operations and supervising empanelled juries during indictable trials. Managing information relating to jury, communication and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant provisions of the Federal Court of Australia Act 1976 (Cth); Data processing and record keeping for juror information. Providing information to prospective and empanelled jurors. Liaising with state and territory jury authorities under...
Expiration Date:
06 May, 2026
20 Apr, 2026
Full time
Federal Court of Australia Sydney NSW, Australia
Purpose of Position This Deputy Associate position is for a vacancy in the Chambers of Judge Papadopoulos.   The Deputy Associate is part of a small team who assist the Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. This role also assists with the preparation of materials for the Judge and involves undertaking legal research and assisting with judgment preparation as required.  Please note that his Honour sits only in general federal law and does not hear family law cases.   Key Responsibilities and Duties Assist in the conduct of Court proceedings, including the transcription of orders, ensuring the orderly conduct of matters and general Courtroom management. Assist his Honour’s Associate in the day-to-day management of Chambers including responding to enquiries and, as required, managing the Associate inbox on behalf of the Judge and appropriate correspondence with litigants and their representatives. Undertake legal research as required by the Judge,...
Expiration Date:
11 May, 2026