Legal Counsel - Contract role
We represent a leading institution that is looking for an additional lawyer to join their dynamic and collaborative team.
About the opportunity
Join a small team within the Office of General Counsel (OGC) in the higher education sector. The team enjoys a highly trusted and collaborative culture, based out of a modern office and welcomes a hybrid working model. They are a trusted and strategic business unit that embraces innovation and continuous learning, including through a dedicated learning and development program with a focus on business, technology, and career skills.
Our client is seeking a Legal Counsel, to support the interesting and varied work in their administrative law team, as well as a confidential, high‑profile special project of significant institutional importance. This is a full‑time, fixed‑term role through to the end of December 2026, aligned to a defined and time‑critical body of work, with a strong possibility of extension. Due to the sensitive nature of the project, further details will be shared at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process. The experience gained through this project will be highly regarded and difficult to replicate elsewhere.
Key responsibilities
For further information, please contact Karen Hanigan on +61 402 314 413 or send your CV and degree transcripts to karen@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
To take your application one step further, register your details via the ‘Register Now’ button on our website to be added directly onto our database. Visit https://www.montgomeryadvisory.co.uk.
We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive process for all candidates who wish to apply. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact admin@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
About the opportunity
Join a small team within the Office of General Counsel (OGC) in the higher education sector. The team enjoys a highly trusted and collaborative culture, based out of a modern office and welcomes a hybrid working model. They are a trusted and strategic business unit that embraces innovation and continuous learning, including through a dedicated learning and development program with a focus on business, technology, and career skills.
Our client is seeking a Legal Counsel, to support the interesting and varied work in their administrative law team, as well as a confidential, high‑profile special project of significant institutional importance. This is a full‑time, fixed‑term role through to the end of December 2026, aligned to a defined and time‑critical body of work, with a strong possibility of extension. Due to the sensitive nature of the project, further details will be shared at the appropriate stage of the recruitment process. The experience gained through this project will be highly regarded and difficult to replicate elsewhere.
Key responsibilities
- Provide sound, timely and practical legal advice on complex administrative and public law matters, including student misconduct, discrimination, privacy, GIPA and internal and external review processes.
- Represent the client in internal disciplinary processes and before external tribunals and bodies, including preparing submissions and instructing counsel where required.
- Support a confidential, high‑profile special project, exercising discretion, judgement and professionalism.
- Identify and manage legal risk, providing strategic advice.
- Draft clear legal advice, submissions, policies and related documentation in plain English.
- Qualified in law and admitted in Australia, with a current practicing certificate.
- At least 5 years' post‑admission experience.
- Demonstrated experience advising on complex administrative law matters, including misconduct, privacy and information access.
- Strong advocacy experience, including appearing before tribunals or instructing counsel.
- Exceptional judgement, discretion and professionalism, with the ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion.
- Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills, with a practical, solutions‑focused approach.
- Comfortable working in time‑critical environments and managing competing priorities.
- Experience or familiarity with the higher education, government or regulatory environment highly regarded.
For further information, please contact Karen Hanigan on +61 402 314 413 or send your CV and degree transcripts to karen@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
To take your application one step further, register your details via the ‘Register Now’ button on our website to be added directly onto our database. Visit https://www.montgomeryadvisory.co.uk.
We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive process for all candidates who wish to apply. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact admin@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.