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Lead expert legal counsel and strategic advisory services supporting Macquarie University's core Information Technology commercial arrangements including IT Projects and digital transformation program of works.
* Package up to $178K (including superannuation) negotiable
* Full-time, 2 year contract; Hybrid work
* Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde
An exciting opportunity to provide legal counsel across all commercial aspects of Information Technology, including complex, high-value projects and digital transformation.
We are seeking an experienced and skilled University Solicitor, Information Technology to join our Office of General Counsel partnering with the Chief Information and Digital Officer supporting all IT software and system commercial contracts, as well as complex IT projects and digital transformation programs.
Reporting to the General Counsel but embedded within the IT Portfolio, you will deliver high-quality legal services, supporting the University's strategic technology objectives in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Additionally, you will:
* Provide a proactive, highly respected strategic legal advisory service to the IT Portfolio on behalf of the Office of the General Counsel supporting complex, high-value work.
* Provide timely, accurate and practical legal advice on a wide range of issues affecting the University's IT projects, digital transformation program of works, and ongoing operational software and system contracts.
* Work with key stakeholders to enable high quality and consistent legal advice and support to achievement of the strategic technology objectives of the University.
* Lead legal approaches to risk management, procurement, privacy and commercial activities supporting IT projects and digital transformation programs.
* Work with autonomy within the IT Portfolio while enjoying the support of a highly skilled and collaborative legal team.
About You (Selection Criteria)
The ideal candidate will:
* Be admitted to practise in NSW (or qualified to practise in NSW) and at least 4 years post-admission experience as an in-house counsel or other relevant experience;
* Have deep expertise providing legal advice in support of the acquisition and operationalisation of a wide range of IT commercial contracts including but not limited to cloud services, software licencing, data protection, cybersecurity, telecommunications, managed services, IT professional services and other service arrangements.
* Be highly organised with excellent management, conceptual and analytical skills and a proven ability to build strong relationships and partnerships across client business areas and with other key stakeholders;
* Be able to work effectively within a team and in a complex in-house legal environment.
* Display personal drive and integrity.
* Experience working with or in the higher education or government sector will be well regarded.
Why Macquarie?
The Office of General Counsel provides centralised legal and compliance services to Macquarie University, encompassing Legal Services, Corporate Secretariat, Archives and Records/GIPA, Compliance and Privacy, and Internal Audit. We offer a broad and stimulating legal practice where solicitors work with a high degree of independence in a supportive, professional environment.
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Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.
To Apply
To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that outlines how you meet the selection criteria above.
* This position requires a qualification and criminal record check *
We reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date.
Role Specific Enquiries: James Lonsdale, General Counsel, **************@mq.edu.au
General Enquiries: Sarah Bate, Head of Talent Acquisition, **********@mq.edu.au
Applications Close: Sunday 22 February 2026
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Applications Close:
22/02/2026 11:59 PM
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