Lawyer

Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support, social equity, skills and employment, we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning, skills, and research locally, regionally, and globally.
 
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat, Berwick, Gippsland, and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.

About the role

The Lawyer is responsible for providing legal advice and other services to the Vice-Chancellor, the Chief Operating Office, the Vice-Chancellor’s Senior Team (VCST) and the Academic Board.

You will:

• provide high quality legal services and proactive, strategic legal advice to the University in a broad range of legal areas;

• review, draft and negotiate commercial contracts and other legal documents;

• develop and maintain expertise in applicable Commonwealth and State legislation and regulatory frameworks; and

• ensure high-quality customer focused service.

About you

The Lawyer requires a high level of skill in developing and maintaining relationships of trust and confidence with a wide range of stakeholders and the possession of strong negotiation and influencing skills.

You will possess:

• demonstrated knowledge and experience in contract and commercial law;

• experience in administrative or public law preferred;

• demonstrated ability to exercise professional and independent judgement to achieve the objectives; and

• demonstrated ability to build productive relationships and deliver pragmatic solutions for clients.

All University positions must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) or VIT card. Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 8 February 2026.

Applicants are required to submit a resume and response to the key selection criteria.

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