Lawyer (Data Protection & Privacy)

Lawyer(Data Protection & Privacy)

Job No.: 692315

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time

Duration: Continuing appointment

Remuneration:$110 527 - 121227 pa HEW 7 (plus 17% superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an entry-level Lawyer to join the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) within Monash University supporting the Data Privacy and Protection Office (DPPO) function. This is an ideal role for a recently admitted or early-career legal professional seeking to build a meaningful career in a dynamic complex and fast paced University environment.

In this role you will support the delivery of legal services across a broad range of matters with a particular focus on privacy law health law data protection and intellectual property including exposure to obligations arising under the Australian Privacy Act the Victorian Privacy and Data Protection Act and the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Working under the guidance of senior lawyers you will assist with drafting and reviewing agreements related to data sharing data protection information technology and licencing and protecting intellectual property. You will advise on statutory and regulatory requirements prepare advice manage document execution processes responding to information requests help prepare privacy impact assessments and assist with the Universitys move towards artificial intelligence and other modern technologies

You will gain hands-on experience across diverse areas of legal practice while developing a strong understanding of the regulatory landscape applicable to international higher education institutions and the research sector. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and to support the development of policies and processes relating to the safety of personal information health information and data handling.

Your ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders will be central to your success enabling you to provide practical support and contribute to efficient high-quality legal outcomes across the organisation.

About You

• A degree in law and eligibility for (or current holder of) an Australian Practising Certificate with up to two years experience or equivalent relevant experience in a related area
• A genuine interest in privacy law health law and data protection including familiarity with or willingness to develop expertise in the GDPR Australian privacy legislation and other jurisdictions as required
• Strong interest in balancing technical legal work with stakeholder engagement
• A confident problem-solver who can navigate complex issues and deliver practical solutions
• Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate workflows effectively
• An excellent communicator capable of translating complex legal information into clear actionable advice
• Proactive and collaborative with a focus on building strong relationships and improving processes
• Motivated to contribute to a supportive team environment and make a meaningful organisational impact
• Have experience in web-based collaboration technologies artificial intelligence tools legal matter management systems and exposure to legal operations (desirable)

About Monash University

At Monash work feels different. Theres a sense of belonging from contributing to something ground breaking a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity and welcome and celebrate everyones contributions lived experience and expertise. Thats why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Some 20000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95000 students four Australian campuses and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.

In our short history we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the worlds best tertiary institutions. We rank in the worlds top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply please refer to How to apply for Monash Jobs.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people culturally and linguistically diverse people people with disabilitiesneurodivergent people and people of all genders sexualities and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments please contact us at in an email titled Reasonable Adjustments Request for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role as determined by the University.

Enquiries:For a confidential discussion please contact Sarah Blatchford Group Manager Legal Operations & Strategy or 61 (0)

Position Description:Lawyer

Applications Close:Wednesday 13 May 2026 11:55pm AEST