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Corporate and Contracts Lawyer

The Kids Research Institute Australia
Nedlands WA

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Job Details

Permanent | Part-time | Full-time
10 days ago

Benefits

Extended annual leave
Health insurance
Employee discount
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Research
Organisational skills
Negotiation

Full Job Description

Nedlands, Australia

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Posted on: 09/07/2026

The Opportunity

Here at The Kids Research Institute Australia, we’re passionate about helping our researchers succeed and translate their discoveries into real-world innovation and impact.

Our Legal & Contracts team plays a vital role in enabling this work by providing expert contract support and general legal advice to researchers and professional services teams across the Institute. We now have an exciting opportunity for a Corporate and Contracts Lawyer to join our established team.

In this varied and dynamic role, you will support the Legal & Contracts Manager to identify and progress collaborations and commercial opportunities for our world-renowned researchers. You will be responsible for the development, review, negotiation and effective management of research and commercial contracts. The position also works closely with the Senior Lawyer to provide high quality, commercially focused legal advice to Institute staff across a broad range of areas including contracts, IP, technology, legislation and compliance.

Key responsibilities:

Act as a legal business partner to research themes and teams within the Institute to facilitate research projects and manage legal risk.
Deliver efficient and high-quality legal and contracting services.
Prepare and review a wide range of research, funding and general commercial contracts and arrangements.
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to provide legal advice and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, Institute standards and policies.
Advise on effect of contractual terms and conditions, including rights and obligations and commercial risks of a contract.

Based in our offices within Perth Children’s Hospital in Nedlands, this a full-time permanent position.The Kids Research Institute Australia supports flexible working arrangements and for the right candidate the position may be offered as a part-time role.

About You

The ideal applicant will have a tertiary qualification in law and practical experience in contract or commercial law. You will be able to thrive in a dynamic environment and engage with a wide range of people in order to manage challenges with consideration and professionalism. You will also demonstrate:

Contract development and negotiation experience.
Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, flexibility and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to analyse information to provide well-informed recommendations and guidance to resolve complex issues/problems.
Ability to be self-motivated and work autonomously as well as part of a team, with a flexible, positive and collaborative approach.
Medical research industry experience is highly desirable.

At The Kids Research Institute Australia, we are committed to building a workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We actively recruit, support and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, people of all ages, and those with diverse lived experiences. We also provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

If you meet many, but not all, of the role requirements, we encourage you to apply. We also welcome you to mention any career breaks in your cover letter to help us understand your journey.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected in how we:

Support staff-led inclusion and allyship groups.
Offer flexible work practices that recognise different needs and life stages.
Provide training, development and mentoring opportunities to increase inclusive leadership and create an environment where all staff can thrive.
Partner with communities to strengthen cultural awareness and belonging.
Ensure adjustments and accessible practices are available for diverse community groups.
We continually strive to measure our progress and improve where we can.

Alongside our inclusive culture, you’ll enjoy:

Extra annual leave at Christmas and Easter.
Salary packaging and entertainment benefits.
Health and wellbeing programs with weekly events.
Flexible and hybrid working options.
Recognition and professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.
Modern offices with sit-to-stand desks and end-of-trip facilities.
Staff discounts on travel, IT, stationery, and access to corporate health insurance.

How to apply

If this role feels like the right fit and an exciting new opportunity for you, please click on 'Apply Now' to visit our Career Site, view the Job Description, and submit your application.

Please include a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that specifically addresses the skills and experience outlined in the “About You” section.

Applications will only be accepted through our career portal. If you are experiencing technical difficulties or require reasonable accommodations in completing your application, please contact [email protected].

Contact Name: Rikke McGlew

Contact Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 23/07/2026 - We reserve the right to hire prior to the closing date.

The Kids Research Institute Australia is committed to being champions of gender equity, diversity, and inclusivity. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures, including: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities and people living with disability. As such we are a proud Bronze award recipient of the first Australian Athena Swan Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot program.

We acknowledge that when working in environments which contribute to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, it is imperative that Aboriginal people are at the forefront of this work. We have launched the Aboriginal Employment and Career Development Strategy to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students and researchers employed in the Institute who provide guidance and support in our work in Aboriginal health.

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