APS5 Rights Officer

Location: Canberra, ACT
Duration: Until June 30 2027 with extension possibility
Salary: 88k - 96k per annum
Requirements: Australian Citizens Only

Our federal client is seeking a Rights Officer to provide advice on copyright, intellectual property, permissions, and access matters relating to significant cultural and research collections. Working in a cooperative and supportive team, you'll help ensure collection materials are managed responsibly while supporting access for communities, researchers, and stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional passionate about rights management, cultural collections, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

- Undertake copyright clearances for exhibitions, publications, public enquiries, and other collection-related activities.
- Assess and apply relevant legislation, organisational policies, depositor agreements, and privacy obligations when making rights recommendations.
- Research copyright ownership, intellectual property rights, permissions, and restrictions relating to collection materials.
- Support collection management teams in identifying and documenting appropriate rights information for incoming materials.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of rights management systems, processes, and tools.
- Assist in reviewing and updating access, use, and permissions policies and supporting documentation.
- Provide advice and guidance on rights, permissions, and access matters across the organisation.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on complex and sensitive issues.
- Escalate higher-risk matters with clear, evidence-based recommendations.




- Contribute to broader team priorities and continuous improvement initiatives.

About you:

- Working knowledge of copyright and intellectual property principles.
- Experience interpreting legislation, policies, agreements, and rights frameworks.
- Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to assess rights, conditions, obligations, and associated risks.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Experience contributing to process improvement, knowledge sharing, and team objectives.
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgement when dealing with complex or sensitive matters.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Confidence using collaboration and information management platforms such as Microsoft Teams and SharePoint.

How to Apply:
To apply, click the Apply Now button and send your up-to-date resume, for a confidential discussion call us now on 02 5119 3133.

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Our Commitment
We are committed to inclusive and culturally safe recruitment practices and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and career stages. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

📌 Rights Officer (Canberra)
🏢 ONPOINT 365
📍 Canberra