About The Team
The University Secretary’s Office sits within the Vice Chancellor’s portfolio and is made up of a collaborative team of specialists across Governance Services, Legal, Records Management and Archives.
The team plays a central role in supporting the University, working in partnership with staff and the University Senate to provide trusted advice and expert guidance. Together, we help ensure strong governance, effective decision-making and compliance, while protecting the University’s interests.
Your New Role!
Join the University Secretary’s Office in a hands-on administrative role where you’ll play a key part in keeping daily operations running smoothly. You’ll provide high-quality, timely admin support and advice to a range of teams, helping to ensure efficient processes and excellent service delivery.
Your Key Responsibilities will include
Deliver proactive administrative support across the University Secretary’s Office, working closely with the Administrative Coordinator.
Manage and maintain the Legal Services database (Content Manager), ensuring accuracy, security and data integrity.
Be the first point of contact for legal enquiries, confidently guiding staff and external stakeholders through processes and assisting with documentation preparation.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) parental leave coverage role attracts a remuneration of $73K – $89K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:
Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
Indigenous Language Allowance
Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
Employee Assistance Program
On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information, check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
What you’ll bring to the role:
Degree or relevant diploma with at least two years’ experience, or equivalent combination of training and work experience.
Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office and relevant systems), with excellent organisation and ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
Good numeracy and analytical skills, including report preparation.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Lynette Darnell, Administrative Coordinator, [email protected] and quote JR105339 as the reference.
Applications Close on 6 July 2026 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
