Associate Employment Register (Non-Ongoing)

About the AAT

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) conducts independent merits review of administrative decisions made under Commonwealth and Norfolk Island laws. We review decisions made by Australian Government ministers, departments and agencies and, in limited circumstances, state government and non-government bodies. We aim to make our review process accessible, fair, just, economical, informal, quick and proportionate to the importance and complexity of the matter.

Applications to the AAT are dealt with by members, registrars and other staff in nine divisions. The AAT’s services are accessed primarily through registries in each state capital city and in Canberra.

About the role of the Associate

Associates work in one of the following divisional groupings:

• Group A:

Freedom of Information, General, National Disability Insurance Scheme, Security, Small Business Taxation, Taxation & Commercial, Veterans’ Appeals

• Group B:

Migration & Refugee

Associates undertake case management activities and provide dedicated support to AAT Members. The role may vary depending on the division(s) in which the Associate’s members are assigned and may include some or all of the following duties:

• Provide administrative and paralegal support to AAT members.
• Support the preparation of case summaries, directions and correspondence.
• Assist Members in the finalisation of reviews including the fact-checking, proof-reading, and editing of decisions, and the preparation of summaries of reasons for decision.
• Exchange information with parties and their representatives in relation to specific listings events or to provide procedural information.
• Undertake research which may include general, legal and country information research
• Develop and maintain sound knowledge of visa subclasses, applicable legislation and policy frameworks, operations and practices of the AAT.
• Maintain and update case files using case management systems and undertake general administrative support functions, including data entry and filing.
• Ensure the efficient and effective conduct of hearings, including the recording and safe keeping of exhibits, the swearing in of witnesses, and the recording of orders.

Associates may be located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney.

Currently amongst other opportunities there is 1 Associate position available in Melbourne. To be considered for the current position, you will need to register your interest by 11.45pm on Sunday, 23 April 2023.
More positions in these and other locations are also likely to become available in the near term. We invite candidates to indicate in their capability statement whether they have particular interest and/or skills and qualifications relevant to the Tax & Commercial Division and/or the National Disability Insurance Scheme Division.

About the Associate Employment Register (non-ongoing)

Throughout the year, the AAT may require people to fill the role of Associate on a non-ongoing basis in one of our locations. Generally, Associates are engaged for a period of 12 to 18 months, with possibility of extension to a maximum of 3 years.

Associate position vacancies will arise at different times in different locations. Once on the Associate Employment Register, candidates may be considered for any Associate position that may arise during the period of the register in the location(s) you have identified. Candidates may request to be removed from the register at any time.

How to apply:

Applications must be lodged online through our web-based e-recruitment system. Click "Apply" at the top of this page to commence your application. A current resume should be attached to your application.

The Associate Employment Register will close on 30 June 2023. If you wish to remain on the register after this date you will need to reapply to be on any new Associate Employment Register.

When registering, you will need to indicate:

• the location(s) in which you are willing to work:

Associates may be located in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney.

Any preference for working in the following divisional groupings:

Group A:

Freedom of Information, General, National Disability Insurance Scheme, Security, Small Business Taxation, Taxation & Commercial, Veterans’ Appeals

Group B:

Migration & Refugee Please contact our recruitment team on (02) 9276 5443 or recruitment@aat.gov.au for assistance with accessing our website or with lodging your application.