Coordinator of Law (RMIT University)

RMIT University Employment Type: Full-time, Continuing Salary: Level 7 ($103,603 – $112,144) plus 17% Superannuation Location: Melbourne CBD Campus (Hybrid working available) Application Closing Date: 22 February 2026, 11:59 pm Overview RMIT University is seeking a Legal Officer to support research excellence through high-quality legal advice in contracts, governance, and compliance. This is an ongoing, full-time role within RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio, offering flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, research-focused environment. About You You are a legally qualified professional (or equivalent through experience) with a strong interest in research, contracts, and governance. You bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to reviewing and negotiating agreements and are comfortable interpreting complex legal and policy frameworks in a higher-education or similarly regulated environment. You communicate clearly, exercise sound judgement, and enjoy working collaboratively to enable research outcomes while managing institutional risk. Key Selection Criteria To be successful in this role, you will have: A legal qualification and/or substantial experience in a legal, contracts, or advisory role, preferably within higher education, research, government, or a similarly complex environment Demonstrated experience reviewing, drafting, and advising on research, funding, or commercial agreements, with the ability to explain legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders A strong understanding of contractual risk, compliance, and governance, with the ability to escalate issues appropriately Proven ability to manage multiple matters concurrently, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work Well-developed judgement, initiative, and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to risk management Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build strong working relationships A demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused service Mandatory Requirements Appointment to this position is subject to the successful completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check. About the Portfolio Research and Innovation Portfolio RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio brings together an engaged, collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes with global impact. The portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers across: Research partnerships and contracts Grants and funding opportunities Research training and capability development Ethics, integrity, and governance Intellectual property and commercialisation Internships, communication, and research profile development Learn more at: www.rmit.edu.au/research Research Strategy and Services Research Strategy and Services supports researchers to achieve excellent outcomes through strategy development, service delivery, and continuous improvement. The team provides expertise in: Grants and research contracts Research integrity, ethics, and governance Data analytics and reporting How to Apply Please submit the following via the Apply link at the top of the page: Curriculum Vitae (CV) Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position For further information, please refer to the Position Description (accessible via RMIT’s Jobs website) or contact: Larisa Ahadi Email: Larisa.ahadi@rmit.edu.au Please note: If viewing this advertisement externally (e.g. LinkedIn), position description links may not function correctly. Clicking “Apply” will redirect you to RMIT’s Jobs website. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion RMIT is an equal opportunity employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples. We actively support workplace adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. For adjustment enquiries, please contact Dani at talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit www.rmit.edu.au/careers. RMIT is a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to responding to every applicant. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

RMIT University

Employment Type: Full-time, Continuing
Salary: Level 7 ($103,603 – $112,144) plus 17% Superannuation
Location: Melbourne CBD Campus (Hybrid working available)
Application Closing Date: 22 February 2026, 11:59 pm

Overview

RMIT University is seeking a Legal Officer to support research excellence through high-quality legal advice in contracts, governance, and compliance. This is an ongoing, full-time role within RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio, offering flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, research-focused environment.

About You

You are a legally qualified professional (or equivalent through experience) with a strong interest in research, contracts, and governance. You bring a practical, solutions-focused approach to reviewing and negotiating agreements and are comfortable interpreting complex legal and policy frameworks in a higher-education or similarly regulated environment.

You communicate clearly, exercise sound judgement, and enjoy working collaboratively to enable research outcomes while managing institutional risk.

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A legal qualification and/or substantial experience in a legal, contracts, or advisory role, preferably within higher education, research, government, or a similarly complex environment
Demonstrated experience reviewing, drafting, and advising on research, funding, or commercial agreements, with the ability to explain legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholders
A strong understanding of contractual risk, compliance, and governance, with the ability to escalate issues appropriately
Proven ability to manage multiple matters concurrently, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work
Well-developed judgement, initiative, and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to risk management
Excellent oral communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build strong working relationships
A demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, customer-focused service

Mandatory Requirements

Appointment to this position is subject to the successful completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check.

About the Portfolio

Research and Innovation Portfolio

RMIT’s Research and Innovation Portfolio supports researchers to help shape the world. The portfolio brings together an engaged, collaborative team focused on enabling excellent research and innovation outcomes with global impact.

The portfolio supports researchers and graduate researchers across:

Research partnerships and contracts
Grants and funding opportunities
Research training and capability development
Ethics, integrity, and governance
Intellectual property and commercialisation
Internships, communication, and research profile development

Learn more at: www.rmit.edu.au/research

Research Strategy and Services

Research Strategy and Services supports researchers to achieve excellent outcomes through strategy development, service delivery, and continuous improvement. The team provides expertise in:

Grants and research contracts
Research integrity, ethics, and governance
Data analytics and reporting

How to Apply

Please submit the following via the Apply link at the top of the page:

Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position

For further information, please refer to the Position Description (accessible via RMIT’s Jobs website) or contact:

Larisa Ahadi
Email: Larisa.ahadi@rmit.edu.au

Please note: If viewing this advertisement externally (e.g. LinkedIn), position description links may not function correctly. Clicking “Apply” will redirect you to RMIT’s Jobs website.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We actively support workplace adjustments throughout the recruitment process and during employment. For adjustment enquiries, please contact Dani at talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

RMIT is a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to responding to every applicant.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Socioloxy

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