Apply now Job no: 585569
Work type: Full-time
Location: Geelong - City, Melbourne - Burwood
Categories: Legal Services
Based at our Melbourne (Burwood) or Geelong (Waterfront) Campuses + hybrid work arrangements
Full-time & Continuing
HEW 9 $138,102 - $146,374 (4% increase will apply from 29 June 2026) + 17% Superannuation
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the University's Legal Services team, supporting the Research and Innovation portfolio and our Faculties. You will play a key role in supporting cutting‐edge research initiatives, providing legal guidance on complex and evolving matters within a dynamic and collaborative environment. Being comfortable with intellectual property (primarily patents and copyright) is required, and having expertise or experience in relation to HERDC research in a higher education context or regarding Clinical Trials would serve you well.
Responsibilities
* Review, draft and advise on contracts, policies, and other documentation; including maintaining templates, tools and resources.
* Interpret and advise on legislation, common law, legislative instruments, regulations, policies and procedures.
* Act as a front‐end professional, assessing risks and benefits, anticipate potential problems, pre‐empt required actions and evaluate implemented courses of action and make adjustments as required.
* Advise and represent the University in relation to negotiations, disputes and litigation matters, which may include appearing and/or instructing external lawyers in relevant Courts and Tribunals.
* Conduct legal research and stay up to date on legal issues relevant to the University, and undertake useful and relevant training and upskilling for key client groups.
Qualifications
* A Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) or a postgraduate Juris Doctor (JD) qualification in law and relevant experience
* Admitted to practice as an Australian Legal Practitioner within the meaning of the Legal Profession Uniform Law.
* A current Australian Practising Certificate under the Legal Profession Uniform Law.
* Strong drafting, communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver pragmatic, solutions‐focused legal advice in a timely manner.
* Ability to thrive in a fast‐paced, complex, and dynamic environment.
* Experience with the higher education, research, health, pharmaceutical, hospital, technology or engineering sectors highly regarded.
* Skills in relation to legal technology, AI and a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement highly desired.
Pre‐employment safety and suitability checks
* In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender‐based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre‐employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender‐based violence declarations.
* Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‐based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‐based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‐based violence. A 'Yes' response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University's safety obligations.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.
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