Senior Solicitor

20 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia CQUniversity Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Senior Solicitor role at CQUniversity.

Office of the University Solicitor – Corporate Services Division, CQUniversity Rockhampton North (relocation support available).

Responsibilities
  • Deliver timely, practical legal advice and manage complex legal matters.
  • Support the University Solicitor on key projects and priorities.
  • Interpret legislation, draft contracts, and represent clients in legal proceedings as needed.
  • Collaborate with faculties and divisions to proactively manage legal risk and enable informed decision-making.
Position Details
  • Location: CQUniversity Rockhampton North (Relocation support available)
  • Department: Office of the University Solicitor – Corporate Services Division
  • Seniority: Higher Education Worker Level 9
  • Employment type: Continuing, Full-Time
Position Requirements
  • Admitted as a Solicitor in Australia, with at least five years' post-admission experience.
  • Current unregistered Queensland Law Society Practising Certificate, or eligibility to obtain one.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian commercial and administrative law, including regulatory frameworks and evolving government policy.
  • Demonstrated legal experience in complex organisations, ideally within higher education.
  • Ability to deliver ethical, independent legal advice on complex matters.
  • Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts.
Position Description & Application Details

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 14 September 2025.

Job Requisition ID: 6324.

Contact: Kimberley West ).

When submitting your application, please include your current CV or resume and a 1-2 page cover letter highlighting relevant skills, experience and suitability. Applicants must have full-time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

Benefits & Other Information
  • 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
  • 6 weeks annual leave (including Christmas and New Year closure)
  • 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave
  • 7.25 hours engaged service leave
  • Professional and career development opportunities
  • Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Expressions of interest are invited for related senior legal roles in other CQUniversity locations and domains.


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