The role:Menzies School of Health Research is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to lead a small team in the provision of high-quality, commercially astute, internal legal services. The role will have a focus on ensuring Menzies research contractual obligations have the appropriate legal oversight and that legal issues of copyright, privacy and commercialisation are effectively addressed and risks mitigated. This position will be responsible for providing legal advice to internal stakeholders such as the Senior Executive Team, Research Divisional Leaders, Chief Investigators, Business Managers and other research staff as required, including but not limited to intellectual property, contracts, compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, procurement and licensing, service agreements, confidentiality agreements, tenders and other relevant matters.External stakeholders include a broad base of funders and collaborators in both Australia and internationally, including the National Health and Medical Research Council; Commonwealth, State and Territory Government Departments; higher education, primary health, hospital services and research institutions; charities and not-for-profit organisations; and industry partners. About you:As an experienced lawyer, you will have a tertiary qualification in law with extensive relevant experience gained from a reputable law firm or in-house organisation, and have eligibility to practice as a legal practitioner in the Northern Territory. You will also be an expert in the contracts space and capable of communicating complex legal matters and advice with non-legal colleagues.You also have:strong contract drafting skills, including reviewing, negotiating, executing and managing a large volume of research and commercial contractsdemonstrated initiative and ability to apply critical thinking and expert judgement to achieve successful organisational outcomes within tight deadlines, while maintaining quality of work and composureevidence of managing the competing demands of a range of internal stakeholdersdemonstrated experience in managing and driving transformation and continuous improvement resolving issues of a complex naturedemonstrated experience supervising and developing employeesability to build strategic and professional relationships, including interacting effectively with people from diverse cultures About Menzies:Menzies is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses. If making a positive health impact in Australia and across our region excites and motivates you, join us as we continue to translate our research into effective programs and partnerships in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, and find enduring solutions to health problems that matter.As a recognised national leader in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research, education and research training, Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and for whom we work. We seek to amplify First Nations voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position. The benefits:Attractive salary package $154,883 - $166,513 pa including superannuation and salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 tax free (Base salary of $125,541 - $135,216)Option to increase employer superannuation contribution to 14%Flexible and supportive employerModern office facilitiesEnjoy Darwin’s beautiful tropical lifestyle benefitsTraining and development opportunitiesFantastic leave offerings:6 weeks annual leave3 weeks personal leave16 weeks paid parental leaveOption to purchase additional leaveAnd more! If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:Abbey KiemSenior Human Resources OfficerEmail: abbey.kiem@menzies.edu.au Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any support or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. How to Apply:Please click on the 'Apply' button to submit your application. Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:Cover letterUpdated resumeA statement addressing the selection criteriaAny other relevant supporting documentation For a copy of the position description or to find more information on how to apply for this role please visit Menzies careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ or email: humanresources@menzies.edu.au Closing date: Sunday, 5 March 2023 Please note this role is available for immediate start and applications will be assessed on a rolling basis. The job ad may close early if a suitable applicant is identified, apply now! 2086 - Position Description AUDDarwin0800