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The Position
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Legal Counsel (Innovation Start-up Specialist) to be a member of Commercial Legal, a team of commercial lawyers which is fully integrated within CSIRO’s broader Business Development & Commercial (BD&C) function. Commercial Legal provides independent legal advice and support, and contributes to efficient transaction execution.
This role is client-focused with the aim of building “trusted advisor” relationships with internal clients and positive and co-operative relationships with key external customers, effectively negotiating and executing spin-out/start-up/equity transactions, developing, enhancing internal capability and resources in spin-out/start-up/equity transactions.
To be successful in the role you will require precise oral and written communication skills, an attention to detail with a corresponding ability to simplify complex ideas, an ability to manage and lead staff and competing priorities. Your progress and success in the role will be measured by your commitment to strengthening customer relationships and practice improvement as well as your desire to participate in and maintain the strong collegiate culture of Commercial Legal.
Your responsibilities will include:
Location: Canberra, Newcastle, Sydney, Melbourne preferred, other locations negotiable
Salary: $131K - $145K plus up to 15.4% superannuation
Tenure: 3 years specified term
Reference: 56863
To be successful you will need:
To view the full position description and selection criteria for this role please click here: Position description
We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Find out more here! Balance
We imagine. We collaborate. We innovate. At CSIRO, we do the extraordinary every day. We innovate for tomorrow and help improve today – for our customers, all Australians and the world. We do this by using science and technology to solve real issues. Diversity is the compass that navigates our innovation. We provide an inclusive workplace that respects, values and actively pursues the benefits of a diverse workforce.
How to Apply: Please apply for this position online at https://jobs.csiro.au/ and enter requisition number 56863. You will be required to upload one document only containing both your CV/Resume and cover letter, outlining your motivation and suitability for the role.
Applications Close: Tuesday 7 August 2018