Senior Legal Advisor for Higher Education

4 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Michael Page Full time
About Our Client

Our client is a leading higher education institution in Melbourne, Australia, seeking an experienced legal professional to join their team.

Job Description

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity, commencing March 2025, with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will report directly to the Directorate and have one direct report.

  • International Engagement: Supporting the growth of overseas interests and ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Student Services: Providing legal support for student enquiries related to accommodations, unions, and societies.
  • Ad-Hoc Support: Offering legal assistance to internal clients on marketing, social media policy, copyright matters, and other front-end topics.
Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Managing 1 FTE and maintaining a strong working relationship with the legal team.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Maintaining the excellent reputation and engagement score within the organization.
  • Education Regulation Expertise: Providing confident advice on nuances around the HE and VE regulatory landscape.
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must possess:

  • A qualified lawyer with an unrestricted practicing certificate.
  • Demonstrable experience and knowledge of education regulation, preferably in a higher education or university environment.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships inside and outside of legal.
What's On Offer

This role comes with a competitive fixed-term contract salary, estimated to be around AU$120,000 - AU$150,000 per annum, depending on experience. Additionally, there may be opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the organization.



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