Contracts Manager

• Consulting and Research Expertise (CoRE)
• Make a meaningful impact on the future of research and consulting at UQ
• Build lasting relationships with UQ and industry clients.
• Based at our vibrant St Lucia campus

As the Contracts Manager for UQCoRE you will be an integral part of the Research Commercial Management Unit, situated within the Research Office. You will be responsible for negotiating and administering research consultancy contracts to ensure that risks are adequately managed while maximising value for the University and the external client.

The position is expected to build and maintain successful client relationships within UQ and industry and to assist the UQCoRE team in providing efficient services for research consultancy projects across UQ.

This includes developing and sustaining effective working relationships with key stakeholders; delivering high-quality research consultancy administration and support services; and managing adherence to internal and external research legislative and governance requirements.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Respond to enquiries, prepare quotes, tenders, proposals, and associated contractual documentation; negotiate with external clients and advise senior management on commercial terms and risks, with support from senior colleagues.
• Triage commercial terms for legal and administrative review in accordance with UQ policies, and manage subcontracting relationships relating to UQCoRE projects.
• Work collaboratively with academic and professional staff to improve service delivery for researchers and industry partners, and build and sustain relationships with internal stakeholders and an extensive network of university staff and external partners.
• Maintain an accurate database of information, manage existing clients and researchers for repeat business, and identify appropriate expertise to meet client requirements.
• Work with UniQuest Directors on commercialisation and IP management issues, assist with seminars and workshops, and provide input on systems and processes.

This is a full-time, continuing position at HEW Level 7.

The full-time equivalent base salary will be in the range $96,649- $122,176 plus super of 17%. The total FTE package will be in the range $113,080 - $123,136 per annum. As these roles are covered by an Enterprise Agreement, you will also receive regular remuneration increases in line with the Enterprise Agreement.

The following flexible employment options may be available for this role: hybrid work arrangement (up to two working from home per week), variable start and finish times, compressed hours, purchased leave, and flex-time.

• Undergraduate qualifications or progress towards tertiary qualifications with at least 4 years relevant experience (preferably in the tertiary education or research sectors); or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training

• Demonstrated experience in contracts administration including commercial term negotiations.

• Proficiency in commonly used software programs (MS Office etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal skills (including written and verbal communication), with experience in liaising with internal and external stakeholders, including the ability to provide advice and negotiate to achieve desired outcomes.
• Ability to prioritise own workload, work independently and meet deadlines and work to tight deadlines.
• Ability to use judgment, act independently and take initiative with minimal direction, yet work effectively as part of a professional team.
• Knowledge of, or ability to acquire knowledge of University processes and administrative systems.

In addition, the following mandatory requirements apply:

• Work Rights: You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment. 
• Background Checks: All final applicants for this position may be asked to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position. Each application will be considered on its merits. 

As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• On campus childcare options, Cheap parking (from just $5.75 a day), Salary packaging options.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ben Hogan, Senior Contracts Manager at *********@uq.edu.au.

For application queries, please contact ******@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section  
• Resume 
   

At UQ we know that our greatest strengths come from our diverse mix of colleagues, this is reflected in our ongoing commitment to creating an environment focused on equity, diversity and inclusion.  We ensure that we are always attracting, retaining and promoting colleagues who are representative of the diversity in the broader community, whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to ******@uq.edu.au.

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.

Applications close Wednesday 5 June at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-38974). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for Tuesday 11 June.