Company Description
Join Ramsay Health Care’s national Legal team and play a key role in supporting the growth of our Research & Development Network. This is a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of law, healthcare and innovation, supporting both commercial and investigator-led clinical trials across a growing national footprint. You’ll be part of a global healthcare leader with a strong reputation for improving patient outcomes through research and innovation. This role offers genuine flexibility, strong stakeholder exposure, and the opportunity to shape how clinical research is delivered across a complex and evolving healthcare environment.
What You’ll Do
You will provide trusted legal expertise to support Ramsay’s clinical trials and medical research activity, while also contributing to broader corporate, governance and risk matters.
Key accountabilities include:
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Advising the Research & Development Network on clinical trial and research arrangements.
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Drafting, reviewing and negotiating Clinical Trial Agreements, confidentiality agreements and related commercial contracts.
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Providing clear, practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory and contract matters.
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Supporting dispute and litigation-related legal advice where required.
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Partnering with internal stakeholders to shape contract strategy and negotiation outcomes.
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Developing and maintaining contract templates to improve efficiency and consistency.
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Contributing to legal risk management strategies and governance frameworks.
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Attending stakeholder meetings to provide legal input into project and research direction.
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Working collaboratively across the Legal team, including mentoring and supporting junior lawyers.
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Managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes within tight timeframes.
What You’ll Bring
You are an experienced commercial lawyer with strong exposure to healthcare, life sciences or a highly regulated environment, and are comfortable operating as a trusted advisor in a fast-paced setting.
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6+ years post-admission experience as a qualified solicitor in Australia.
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Experience in clinical trials, medical research, pharmaceuticals, biotech, med-tech or a top-tier/mid-tier firm.
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Strong understanding of clinical trial frameworks and regulatory environments.
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Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
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Strong commercial judgement with the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice.
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Ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.
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Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
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Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
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Collaborative approach with willingness to mentor and support others.
What We Offer
- Access to a corporate benefits program offering discounts and privileges across leading national and global brands.
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A competitive remuneration package aligned to your experience, supported by a comprehensive range of benefits that promote flexibility, wellbeing and work–life balance.
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A unique opportunity to work at the forefront of clinical research and medical innovation within Australia’s largest private hospital operator.
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Flexible working arrangements to support balance and performance, including hybrid working options where appropriate and role-dependent flexibility in how you structure your week.
About Ramsay Health Care
Founded in 1964, Ramsay Health Care is Australia’s largest private hospital operator and a recognised global leader in healthcare delivery. Across the country, we operate 76 hospitals and 12 surgical centres, caring for more than 1.1 million patients each year with the support of over 30,000 dedicated professionals. Guided by our ethos, “People Caring for People,” we are committed to delivering exceptional patient care, supporting our people, and driving continuous improvement and innovation across our services. Through The Ramsay Way, we foster a culture built on collaboration, accountability, and respect, empowering our teams to achieve outstanding outcomes for patients and communities.
To Apply
All applications should include your CV outlining your experience and skills in line with the above criteria. Applications close Sunday 14th June 2026.
Additional Information
Please Note:
Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.
Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.
