Job Description:Contribute to education and research which is impactful and meaningful.UC Level 9, Salary Range $127,424 pa - $133,358 pa + 17% SuperFull Time, Continuing OpportunityAbout Us:Join us here at University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive and empowered community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental valuessuch as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility viaConnected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 .About the opportunity:Play a pivotal role in safeguarding the University's interests while also nurturing innovation and collaboration in research and partnership development.Embrace standard business hours.Empower dedicated engagement and collaboration within the academic community, all while fulfilling a social purpose.Make a valuable contribution to education and research and leave a lasting impact.Work closely and autonomously with our internal legal team to establish and implement a framework for determining when contracts require a comprehensive legal review.Serve as a key legal advisor to the Research & Enterprise Portfolio.Draft, review, and update policies and procedures.Develop and manage systems to monitor compliance.Assess and manage legal risks associated with enterprise partnerships and research contracts.The ideal candidate for this role will have:A deep understanding of the legal risks associated with partnerships and research contracts, as well as intellectual property rights and commercialization efforts.Hold a law degree and ideally possess a minimum of five years' experience in a legal practice.Have experience encompassing negotiation, drafting, review, and management of contracts.Experience in business development, and strategic partnerships.Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:Flexible working arrangementsFamily-friendly policiesOn campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive cultureAccess to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)We warmly welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, persons with disabilities, and those representing culturally diverse backgrounds to join us in creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.What we need from you:To be considered for this position, we only require your CV; no additional documents are necessary.SUBMITyour CV through the Apply Now tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.Working Rights:Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.WWVP:The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.auFor job specific information:please contact Dr Vik Naidoo, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Enterprise Development and Partnerships on 02 6206 8437 or email (email protected) Recruitment and application questions:please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email(email protected) Closing Date: 11.55pm, Sunday 21StApril 2024