Full-time,Fixed Term position12 monthContract
SalaryHEW9+ 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at theMelbourne CBDcampus,and hybrid ways of working
About the Role
The Legal Counsel, Property & Constructionin the Legal Services Group is a service-focused, first point of contact for users of legal services within RMIT and supports the General Counsel and Associate Director, Property & Constructionin theLegal ServicesGroup todeliver highquality legaladvice toclients within RMIT in a timely and customer-focused manner
Key Responsibilities:
Provide a service-focused, proactive point of contact for internal clients and external parties including across the Property Services Group, as well as other portfolios and RMIT’s controlled entities as may berequired
Provide legal and strategic advice and support to thesupported portfolios within theuniversityand inthe negotiation, drafting and development of agreements, policies, processes, tenderdocumentsand all related legal documents required by theuniversity
Develop andmaintaina productive and positive working relationship with key portfolio stakeholders and their teams.
Develop and deliver business-focused training programs on relevant and contemporary legalsubjectsincluding as required by the General Counsel andAssociate Director, Property & Construction.
Maintain and enhance a suite of template documents for use within and by theuniversity
Manage the use of external legal advice as required by the General Counsel and Associate Director, Property & Construction
About You
To be successful in this position,you’llhave:
Substantial experience working as a lawyer in theareas of property and/or construction. In-house experiencehighlydesirable.
Demonstrated experience advising on, and problem solving in a legal and business context.
Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders from a range of experience levels.
Demonstrated experience in delivering business-relevant andtimelylegal advicethrough qualityengagement with stakeholders.
Proven ability tooperatewitha high levelof confidentiality in a diplomatic manner with the ability to lead and influence others.
Excellent oral, written,interpersonaland time management skills
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously within a fast-moving team environment.
Positive, can-do attitude.
Mandatory: Holda currentpracticingcertificate as an Australianlawyer undertheLegal ProfessionUniform Law
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About thePortfolio
The Legal Services Groupis responsible forthe full range of legal services to all areas of the University. The Legal Services Group is committed toproviding high quality legal services that are aligned with, and responsive to, the commercial needs of RMIT They provideahigh levelof customer service which means getting to know the different areas of businessestheyservice and tailor advice to meet their needswhilstassistingRMIT to achieve its strategicobjectivesby working collaboratively withtheUniversity colleagues
To Apply
Pleasesubmityour CVand covering letteraddressing the Key Selection Criteriaforthis position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contactBianca Jenkinsviaemail bianca.jenkins@rmit.edu.au
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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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