Adaptable location at Burwood or Geelong campuses + hybrid work arrangements
Full time and fixed-term for 12 months
$143,627 - $152,229 (HEW 9) + 17% Superannuation

About the team and role:
Our Assurance capability, consisting of Legal Services, Compliance, Contract Governance and Risk develops the University’s assurance frameworks and policies, and provides key expertise that underpins compliance and corporate governance and Deakin's commitment to high standards of integrity.
The Legal Services team advises on a range of legal issues across teaching, learning and research, including advisory support and dispute resolution.
The Legal Counsel is a member of the University’s Legal Services team, providing expert legal advice and services to stakeholders and associated entities on employment, industrial relations and workplace law matters, including litigious matters.
Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel - Employment, this role will support a key workplace law compliance program, assisting to ensure the University’s compliance with legislation and industrial instruments,



protect the University's interests and manage disputes and risk.
As a Legal Counsel, you will:
Provide expert legal advice on employment, industrial relations and workplace matters, including interpreting and advising on workplace laws, industrial instruments and policies.
Draft and review documents, including communications, agreements, templates, tools, and resources.
Support investigation and review of workplace practices and assist in the development and implementation of pay rules, remediation methodologies, system and process improvements and compliance controls.
Conduct legal research and prepare briefings, reports and guidance for internal stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making and enhancing skills and knowledge across the compliance program.
Advise and represent the University in the management and resolution of disputes including through negotiation and/or litigati

📌 Legal Counsel Prayagraj
🏢 Deakin University
📍 Prayagraj