Application number: 40/26

Application closes: 09/10/2026

 

Position: Legal Research Assistant
Level: JSS2
Salary range: $35, 426 – $45, 908
Location: Suva
Unit/Division: High Court Administration
Reporting Responsibilities.
a) Reports to: The Deputy Registrar Legal
b) Liaises with: Judicial Officers & Registries.
c) Subordinates: Nil

The Position

The successful applicant will aid the Deputy Registrar Legal by conducting legal research and offering administrative and legal assistance to ensure the seamless functioning of operations.

Key Responsibilities
The position will achieve its purpose through the following key responsibility areas:

1. Conduct comprehensive legal research on various issues to support judges in making informed decisions.
2. Analyze and summarize case law, statutes, regulations, and legal articles relevant to ongoing cases.
3. Assist in the preparation of legal documents, including but not limited to opinions, briefs, and memoranda.
4. Maintain and organize legal databases, ensuring accuracy and accessibility of information.
5. Attend court proceedings, take notes, and provide real-time assistance to judges as needed.
6. Draft legal memoranda, reports, and other documents to facilitate effective communication within the department.
7. Collaborate with judges, legal professionals, and other staff members to ensure a cohesive and efficient workflow.

SELECTION CRITERIA
The Person

In addition to a Bachelor’s of Law (LLB) degree from an accredited University and admission to the bar as a practicing lawyer in Fiji. Applicant should have at least 3-5 years’ work experience in legal research role together with the following Knowledge, Experience, Skills and Abilities are required to successfully undertake these roles;

Knowledge and Experience

1. Proficient in conducting comprehensive legal research using various databases and online resources.
2. Extensive knowledge of Fiji’s legal system, statutes, and case law.
3. Ability to analyze and synthesize complex legal issues to provide succinct and accurate summaries.
4. Familiarity with international legal standards and conventions relevant to Fiji’s legal framework.
5. In-depth understanding of court procedures and protocols within the judicial system of Fiji.
6. Experience in assisting judges with case preparation, legal analysis, and drafting legal documents.
7. Knowledge of legal drafting techniques for judgments, opinions, and legal memoranda.
8. Exceptional legal writing skills with a focus on clarity, precision, and adherence to legal standards.
9. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for conveying legal concepts to judges and colleagues.
10. Proficient in preparing legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
11. Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods applicable to legal analysis.
12. Experience in using research tools to gather, organize, and present legal information.
13. Attention to detail in verifying the accuracy of legal citations and references.
14. Proven ability to manage and organize a large volume of legal documents and case materials.
15. Experience in maintaining case databases and tracking case progress.
16. Collaborative approach to working with judges, legal professionals, and support staff.
17. Ability to contribute effectively within a team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
18. Competence in using legal research databases, case management software, and other legal technology tools.
19. Familiarity with digital document management systems and electronic filing processes.

 

 

Skills and Abilities
The applicant should have demonstrated the following skills and abilities:

1. Proficient in conducting comprehensive legal research using various resources, including legal databases, statutes, regulations, and case law, to support judicial decision-making.
2. Ability to analyze complex legal issues, identify relevant precedents, and provide concise summaries and analyses for the judiciary.
3. Strong legal writing skills to draft legal memoranda, opinions, and other court documents with clarity, precision, and adherence to legal standards.
4. Experience in organizing and managing case-related materials, maintaining accurate records, and assisting in the preparation of court dockets.
5. Familiarity with the procedural rules and protocols of the Fiji judicial system, ensuring adherence to proper legal processes.
6. Effective communication skills for interacting with judges, legal professionals, and court staff, as well as preparing clear and concise reports on legal research findings.
7. Comfortable using legal research databases, case management software, and other legal technology tools to enhance efficiency in legal research tasks.
8. Meticulous in reviewing legal documents, identifying nuances in legal arguments, and ensuring accuracy in all aspects of legal research.
9. Ability to collaborate with other legal professionals, clerks, and administrative staff to facilitate smooth case proceedings.
10. Understanding and commitment to maintaining the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive legal information.
11. Efficiently manage workloads, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced judicial environment.
12. Demonstrate a commitment to staying updated on changes in legal regulations, case law, and procedural developments in the Fiji legal system.

 

 

Personal Character and Eligibility

Applicants for employment in the Judicial Department must be Fijian Citizens, under Age 60, in sound health, with a clear police record. The selected applicant will be required to provide a medical report and police clearance prior to taking up duty.

The Judicial Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications are encouraged from all eligible, qualified applicants.

 

To apply for this role please provide an up-to-date resume with a photograph, copies of Academic Certificates & Transcripts, at least two referees, with one being a current or recent supervisor, a filled JD Form 01 which is available on website www.judiciary.gov.fj or from any Court Registry Fiji wide or HR Office in Suva.  Applications that do not meet the selection criteria will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.  If you are not contacted by the Judicial Department, your application has not been successful and we thank you for your interest in applying.

 

Applications for the position must be received by 4.00pm on Friday 09th October  2026 and addressed to:

 

Applications by Post:

The Chief Registrar

Judicial Department

P.O.Box 2215

Government Buildings

Suva

 

OR

 

Applications delivered:

Judicial Department

HR Section

Level 3, Kelton House

Loftus Street

Suva, Fiji

 

OR

 

Email Application:

vacancies.judicial@judicial.gov.fj

 

LATE, UNSIGNED OR INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AND ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED AND THE JUDICIAL DEPARTMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT NOT TO MAKE ANY APPOINTMENT.

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