Tipstaff to the Honourable Justice John Robson - Land and Environment Court of New South Wales

Applications are invited for the position of tipstaff to the Honourable Justice John Robson of the Land and Environment Court of New South Wales.

About the Role:

The role of the tipstaff is to provide a high level of legal and administrative support to his Honour and involves court work, legal research, assistance in the preparation of judgments, liaising with the Court's registry and the legal profession, and other tasks that facilitate the smooth running of his Honour’s chambers.

The position will commence at the beginning of the 2027 Law Term (being, 1 February 2027) with mandatory orientation and training to be held on 28 and 29 January 2027.  The tipstaff is required to serve in the role for a period of 12 months (to approximately, 25 January 2028).

About you:

Applicants must have: 

• a strong academic record (distinction average);
• excellent legal research and drafting skills; and
• preferably 12 months of post-university experience working in legal practice. 

Applications should include:

• covering letter addressed to the Honourable Justice John Robson;
• curriculum vitae;
• current academic transcript;
• details of two referees; and
• short example of written work in commercial, administrative or environmental law.

Applicants should address the following selection criteria in their covering letter:

• highly developed legal research, conceptual and analytical skills;
• excellent writing skills; and 
• strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

How to apply:

Further general information about the role, the employment requirements, and the application process can be found on the Land and Environment Court’s Careers webpage.

Applications and further enquiries should be directed via email to Ms Pippin Pritchard, Associate to the Honourable Justice John Robson at robsonjassociate@courts.nsw.gov.au.

In summary:

Start Date:  1 February 2027

Orientation and Training:  28 and 29 January 2027

Duration/Employment Type:  12-month contract (full time)

Rate of Pay:  $73,930 (plus superannuation and leave loading) as per Crown Employees (Tipstaves to Judges) Award (2022)

Closing Date:  The closing date for applications is Friday, 16 October 2026

(Please note that we are actively interviewing candidates as applications are received.  As such, we encourage interested applicants to apply early, as the role may be filled before the closing date.)