"Legal Counsel- IT"

Job no: 522538

Work type: full time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Legal

• Employment Type: Full time, permanent role (35 hours per week) 
• Remuneration: $138k-$146k+ 17% super & leave loading 
• Location: Kensington, NSW (On- campus role with hybrid working options) 

About UNSW: 

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. 

This role sits within our Legal & Compliance team who provide trusted advice on all legal matters affecting the University and upholds the University’s Legislative Compliance Framework

Why Your Role Matters: 

UNSW is seeking a lawyer with strong general contractual, commercial background with relevant IT experience to support the University in relation to its information and communications technology legal matters.

You’ll be working closely with our IT function to confidently provide timely and high-level technical advice, including reviewing and advising on agreements to ensure a smooth procurement process from the very start of the project. This is a role where you will be building trusted relationships with our stakeholders across the University, offering a solution-oriented and collaborative approach.

This role sits reports into the Head of Major Research Initiatives, IT & Philanthropy Law to assist UNSW in navigating legal matters across this portfolio.

Who you are: 

You will hold a tertiary qualification in a law and have a minimum of 5 years experience ideally with at least 2 years specialising in technology and communications procurement and the confidence to act autonomously as trusted advisor on legal matters in this area.

• Admission to the Supreme Court of NSW and current practicing certificate. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and complex matters. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build successful and collaborative stakeholder relationships. 
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to act proactively in respect of legal practice. 
• Strong business acumen and capability deliver high level Legal support required in the achievement of business objectives.
• A collegiate and client centric approach to further the team’s objectives.
• Existing experience in advising on the use of NSW Government standard ICT procurement documents would be highly regarded.

For further information on the role & responsibilities, please refer to the position description found on Jobs@UNSW. 

How to Apply: Submit your CV & cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the job (as per the skills & experience bullet points in the job description) before Sunday 16 June, by 11:55pm.

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role, valid Australian working rights are required on application. 

UNSW Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional 3 days leave during December festive period.
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% Superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness passport)

Job queries contact: Katherine Molloy, Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: katherine.molloy@unsw.edu.au (applications to the address cannot be accepted, please apply online)

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Advertised: 31 May 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 16 Jun 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time