Legal Counsel

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Date: 5 Mar 2025

Job Location: Rockhampton, QLD, AU Townsville, QLD, AU Cairns, QLD, AU Gladstone, QLD, AU Sydney, NSW, AU Melbourne, VIC, AU Emerald, QLD, AU Adelaide, SA, AU Bundaberg, QLD, AU Mackay, QLD, AU Brisbane, QLD, AU

Company: Central Queensland University

About this Opportunity

 

  • Continuing, Full-Time
  • Office of Research
  • CQUniversity Rockhampton (preferred) (relocation support available) or Adelaide, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Cairns, Emerald, Gladstone, Mackay, Melbourne, Sydney or Townsville.
  • Higher Education Worker Level 7
  • Total Remuneration $117,129 to $127,380 pa (including salary of $98,976 to $107,638 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)


Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you an exceptional, unrestricted, Australian legal professional (ideally with 2 – 4 years PAE) with a passion for advising on and negotiating commercial transactions, contracts and intellectual property matters?

 

Do you wish to undertake legal practice in the interesting and inspiring field of research and innovation being conducted by leading academic researchers? Apply now to join CQUniversity as a Legal Counsel and play a vital role in advising on the University’s diverse research, commercialisation, and higher degree activities.

 

The Office of Research at CQUniversity drives impactful, real-world research through strong industry and community partnerships. Recognised in 22 research categories at or above world standard, it supports over 400 researchers and 620 research students, fostering innovation and excellence.

 

At CQUniversity, we’re committed to research excellence and innovation. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic legal team that provides legal advice and support on impactful research, driving meaningful change.

Be Rewarded

 

  • 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
  • 7.25 hours engaged service leave
  • 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
  • Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
  • Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
  • Flexibility and a strong work-life balance, including WFH options
  • Caring and supportive team
  • A diverse and inclusive environment that values different perspectives
  • The chance to contribute to impactful work that drives meaningful change

Position Requirements

•    Degree qualification in Law in Australia (or another common law jurisdiction). 
•    Hold a current, unrestricted Practicing Certificate (or ability to obtain one). 
•    Demonstrated practical knowledge and experience advising on contract and intellectual property matters. 
•    Knowledge of, or ability to quickly acquire knowledge of relevant legislation impacting on a University and its research activities. 

Position Description


For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives


Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 25 May 2025 

  
Job Requisition ID: 5806

 

Contact Details: 

Erin Carkeet

(07) 3023 4280

e.carkeet@cqu.edu.au


When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position. Please note, applicants for the position must have full time work rights.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.
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