Administration Officer (Law)

• TC Beirne School of Law based in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL)
• 2 x Part-time (50%), permanent positions with a high performing professional team
• Base salary at 1 FTE will be in the range $82,133.75 - $91,295.49 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

We are seeking two motivated, energetic and organised Administration Officers, as a part-time job-share arrangement on a continuing basis (at 0.5FTE each), to support the effective and efficient operation of the UQ Pro Bono Centre in the TC Beirne School of Law, based in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL). You will require effective administration, coordination and interpersonal communication skills, effective organisational and time management skills and be committed to providing a high level of customer service.

Reporting to the Director, UQ Pro Bono Centre, you will be responsible for providing high quality student administration services and academic administrative support for the School’s Pro Bono Centre.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Be the primary contact point for student, staff and stakeholder enquiries.
• Employ a high level of professionalism in the delivery of customer service; undertake all tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Coordinate the Pro Bono Roster, including student application and selection process, liaison with pro bono partners, the development of new pro bono opportunities and oversight of students’ progress.
• Screen applicants for LAWS5180, Clinical Legal Education and be the primary point of contact for clinical students and external supervisors.
• Organise Pro Bono student orientation sessions and activities each semester, and regular supervisor sessions for external supervisors.
• Regularly evaluate pro bono activities, including seeking feedback from students and pro bono partners.
• Support the public profile of the Centre, including by drafting and updating website content, creating and drafting newsletters and reports.
• Organise and promote Centre events, including registrations, room bookings and catering.
• Maintain Pro Bono Centre procedures for effective Centre, staff and volunteer coordination.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by your supervisor.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will 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 will 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:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including 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
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You  

• Qualifications and training equivalent to an undergraduate degree in Business Administration or Communications; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Experience in an administration or communications role, preferably in a tertiary education institution or a community service organisation.
• High level computer proficiency in relation to word processing, database management and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated high level written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of University policies and procedures in relation to student matters, or capacity to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
• A strong orientation to the provision of a high level of customer service.
• Empathy and ability to communicate with students, including those with disabilities and from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to set own priorities, monitor work processes, manage time appropriately, meet regular deadlines, initiate and take follow up action.
• Commitment to upholding the University’s values, and with the outstanding personal qualities of openness, respectfulness and integrity.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, conduct concerning gender-based violence, criminal check, education check etc. 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact the Director, UQ Pro Bono Centre, Professor Tamara Walsh t.walsh@law.uq.edu.au    

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close 16 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58949). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for mid-January.