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Position Number: 000971
Location: Parkville
Role Type: Full-time, Continuing
Department: Legal and Risk, COO Portfolio
Salary: Senior Manager 1 (SM1) salary package including 17% super
* Provide high-quality legal advice on disputes, litigation and regulatory matters across one of Australia's leading universities.
* Join a collaborative and values-driven legal team with a strong focus on service excellence.
* Investing in you - enjoy salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities
The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who contribute to our mission of benefiting society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.
Your next career opportunity
As Senior Lawyer - Specialist Services, you will provide expert legal advice across a broad range of litigation, dispute resolution, and administrative law matters affecting the University. Reporting to the Director, Legal Services - Specialist Services, you will support both Chancellery and Faculty clients, delivering high-quality, solution-focused legal support that helps manage institutional risk and reputation.
This is a senior-level role in the Legal and Risk team, working in a dynamic environment with significant scope for autonomy and leadership.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Delivering legal advice and managing pre-court, ADR, and formal proceedings across student, staff, third-party, regulatory and commercial disputes.
* Taking carriage of court and tribunal matters, including VCAT and handling subpoenas and related orders.
* Advising on technical and complex legal problems to support the University's strategic and operational needs.
* Drafting and negotiating legal documentation using clear, plain English.
* Supporting the team through mentoring, legal oversight, and collaborative problem-solving.
* Promoting best practice legal risk management and compliance aligned to University policies and frameworks.
You will be a great fit if you have:
* A minimum of six years post-qualification legal experience with a current Victorian practising certificate.
* Demonstrated experience in litigation, dispute resolution and administrative law (employment law experience desirable but not essential).
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and drafting skills.
* Strong judgment and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
* The ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a values-driven environment.
Your new team - Legal and Risk
The Legal and Risk team delivers high-quality, expertise-based services and advice that support agile decision-making and regulatory compliance across the University. As part of the Chief Operating Officer Portfolio, the team works collaboratively to manage risk and reputation and help advance the University's mission. We value teamwork, service excellence, and continuous development.
What we offer you
In addition to being part of a vibrant and purpose-driven community, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:
* Generous leave provisions
* Salary packaging
* Health and well-being services
* Discounts on graduate courses
* Flexible and hybrid working options
Learn more on our Staff Benefits page.
Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds and experiences of each individual. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders, sexualities and faiths. Learn more about our Diversity and Inclusion efforts.
We are committed to inclusive recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please reach out to the contact listed below.
Join Us
If this role sounds like the right fit for you, please apply with the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and relevant experience
You are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
Apply via the Apply Now button below. For enquiries about the recruitment process, contact Fahim Farzad at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, referencing the Position Number and Job Title.
Position Description : Senior Lawyer - Specialist Services - Position Description .pdf
Applications close: 13 July 2025 at 11:55 PM AEST (Melbourne time)
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