The University of Melbourne
Senior Lawyer - MDHS
The University of Melbourne, Parkville, Maryland, United States, 21234
Senior Lawyer - MDHS
Job no:
0037213Location:
ParkvilleRole type:
Full-time; ContinuingDepartment:
Legal and Risk; Chief Operating Officer PortfolioSalary:
Senior Manager 1 - attractive salary on offer plus flexible super of either 17% or 11.5%About the RoleThe Senior Lawyer will provide strategic legal guidance and support to the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences (MDHS), encompassing its six schools and various departments. Reporting to the Director of Legal Services - MDHS, this key role involves delivering client-focused legal advice, fostering collaborative relationships, and spearheading initiatives that align with the University's strategic objectives. With a specialisation in complex commercialisation and research translation projects, the Senior Lawyer will focus on strengthening partnerships, facilitating university spinouts, and managing the commercialisation of intellectual property.Your responsibilities will include:Exercise independent judgment and autonomy in handling matters and transactions, ensuring alignment with the University’s risk thresholds.Lead and manage technically complex legal issues by providing high-quality, precise legal advice, effectively mitigating legal risks.Make informed decisions on resourcing and supporting projects, tailoring efforts to match the size, scale, complexity, and risk of each activity.Who we are looking forWe are seeking a strategic and passionate legal professional with deep expertise in intellectual property, corporate transactions, and research commercialisation. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder engagement skills and excel in client relationship management. You will be confident in advising senior academics and executives, while also guiding less experienced stakeholders on effectively engaging legal support.You will also have:A minimum of 7 years of postgraduate experience in relevant legal disciplines.Extensive experience managing complex, concurrent matters and large-scale transactions, including drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements.The ability to comprehend and align with the University’s and Faculty’s strategic priorities, navigate ambiguity, and make strategic decisions that serve the best interests of the client and organisation.Your new team - Legal and RiskLegal and Risk delivers high-quality, integrated, expertise-based professional services and advice to facilitate agile decision making and enable external compliance in support of the University’s operations and purpose.What we offer you!In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses.Be yourselfThe University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are
not required
to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the
Apply Now
button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact the HR team via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.
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Job no:
0037213Location:
ParkvilleRole type:
Full-time; ContinuingDepartment:
Legal and Risk; Chief Operating Officer PortfolioSalary:
Senior Manager 1 - attractive salary on offer plus flexible super of either 17% or 11.5%About the RoleThe Senior Lawyer will provide strategic legal guidance and support to the Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences (MDHS), encompassing its six schools and various departments. Reporting to the Director of Legal Services - MDHS, this key role involves delivering client-focused legal advice, fostering collaborative relationships, and spearheading initiatives that align with the University's strategic objectives. With a specialisation in complex commercialisation and research translation projects, the Senior Lawyer will focus on strengthening partnerships, facilitating university spinouts, and managing the commercialisation of intellectual property.Your responsibilities will include:Exercise independent judgment and autonomy in handling matters and transactions, ensuring alignment with the University’s risk thresholds.Lead and manage technically complex legal issues by providing high-quality, precise legal advice, effectively mitigating legal risks.Make informed decisions on resourcing and supporting projects, tailoring efforts to match the size, scale, complexity, and risk of each activity.Who we are looking forWe are seeking a strategic and passionate legal professional with deep expertise in intellectual property, corporate transactions, and research commercialisation. The ideal candidate will have strong stakeholder engagement skills and excel in client relationship management. You will be confident in advising senior academics and executives, while also guiding less experienced stakeholders on effectively engaging legal support.You will also have:A minimum of 7 years of postgraduate experience in relevant legal disciplines.Extensive experience managing complex, concurrent matters and large-scale transactions, including drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements.The ability to comprehend and align with the University’s and Faculty’s strategic priorities, navigate ambiguity, and make strategic decisions that serve the best interests of the client and organisation.Your new team - Legal and RiskLegal and Risk delivers high-quality, integrated, expertise-based professional services and advice to facilitate agile decision making and enable external compliance in support of the University’s operations and purpose.What we offer you!In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses.Be yourselfThe University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply.Join Us!If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:ResumeCover Letter outlining your interest and experiencePlease note that you are
not required
to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.Please ensure that you apply through the
Apply Now
button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact the HR team via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.
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