Senior Lawyer (Commercial and Property)

Monash • Clayton, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing Commercial & Property legal team and contribute to major initiatives that shape the future of a globally recognised university. The Commercial & Property stream plays a critical role in supporting the University’s infrastructure and operations, from major property and construction projects to significant business and IT procurement activities. As a Senior Lawyer, you will work on challenging matters while building strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the University. As a Senior Lawyer, you will play a key role in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), providing high-quality, timely and practical legal advice across a diverse range of commercial, property and university‑related matters (including but not limited to lease/ licences, construction, capital works, major services/facility maintenance, commercial contracts, major procurement and other commercial arrangements supporting the University’s operations). Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will support senior leaders and collaborate with colleagues across multiple legal streams to deliver strategic, solutions‑focused outcomes.

Requirements

• Qualified legal practitioner.
• At least five years’ post-admission experience.
• Strong background in property and commercial contracts work.
• Ability to thrive in a complex and fast-paced environment where priorities shift and no two days look the same.
• Strong technical and commercial judgement.
• Proactive approach.
• Confidence to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.
• Understanding of the importance of delivering exceptional service to internal clients.
• Ability to build trusted, respectful relationships across the organisation.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the higher education sector is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality, timely and practical legal advice across a diverse range of commercial, property and university‑related matters (including but not limited to lease/ licences, construction, capital works, major services/facility maintenance, commercial contracts, major procurement and other commercial arrangements supporting the University’s operations).
• Working with a high degree of autonomy.
• Supporting senior leaders.
• Collaborating with colleagues across multiple legal streams to deliver strategic, solutions‑focused outcomes.

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements (3+2) with flexibility to choose your WFH days
• Great campus amenities with ease of parking
• Cafes, gym and swimming pool on-site
• Support for flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments
• Support for parents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed