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