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University of Melbourne

Contract and Compliance Officer

Hybrid - Parkville, New South Wales, Australia

Sep 3, 2026

A$100,847 - A$109,163/year

Role type: Part-time 0.5 FTE, Fixed term until 30th June 2028
Faculty: The Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning
Department : Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network
Salary: UoM 6: $100,847 - $109,163 plus 17% super (pro rata for part-time)

- Drive secure data partnerships for climate-focused urban research / develop legal and IP expertise / join a supportive national team
- Apply now to help manage AURIN's contracts and compliance, enabling impactful urban research across Australia.
- Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity
In this role, you will support AURIN's data licensing and contract management across a national research network. You will learn/help to translate technical data needs into clear legal instructions, helping secure datasets for sustainable, resilient cities research.

What you will deliver:

- Assist the Legal, Risk and Compliance Manager to prepare and refine data licensing and partnering documentation.
- Coordinate tracking,



management and timely completion of routine contractual and licensing tasks within AURIN's systems and processes.
- Support contract compliance by implementing tools to monitor obligations, report progress and encourage team collaboration and participation.
- Identify and escalate contractual risks, helping secure appropriate University approvals and ensuring issues are resolved efficiently.
- Maintain accurate contract files and intellectual property records that meet University policy and audit trail requirements.

You may be a great fit if you:

- Hold or are completing a relevant law or business degree with experience in contract development or management.
- Demonstrate experience working in an office environment, using the Microsoft Office suite with high accuracy and efficiency.
- Exhibit strong organisational and time management skills, prioritising workloads and meeting deadlines in changing environments.
- Work independently and collaboratively, building effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders on contractual matters.
- Provide transparent, confident written and verbal communication, including drafting contract instructions and advising on compliance queries.
- Bring experience or interest in academic research, complex organisations, intellectual property and university policy frameworks.




- Maintain exceptional attention to detail across contract variations, budgets, timelines and supporting documentation.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – The Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network

The Australian Urban Research Infrastructure Network (AURIN) exists to enable access to world-class research infrastructure for urban research. We support urban research that is focused on mitigating the impacts of climate change, energy transitions, and demographic shifts in our cities and regions. We provide access to data and software tools, some of which we build and develop, and expertise in

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