Leading the successful operation of the University, driving strategic change and transformation with an innovative and collaborative culture.
The Brief
The university sought an outstanding candidate to lead the successful operation of its legal services and the provision of advice to executives and managers across the University. Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Corporate Services), this influential position is required to build relationships at senior levels, creating genuine impact across a range of complex issues. This diverse role includes the identification and mitigation of risks and the management of a multifaceted portfolio of legal strategies and cases.
The Process
Detailed research covered high calibre potential candidates with legal qualifications and leadership experience gained in complex organisations, coupled with the strategic mindset to position the role and team for a dynamic future. Personal and professional networks were engaged to ascertain interest and referrals and an online advertising campaign was undertaken.
The longlist included qualified candidates from a broad spectrum of backgrounds, who were based across Australia. Many of these candidates brought some experience in the higher education sector, although this was not a pre-requisite for the role.
The Outcome
Five candidates were selected for interview, with legal experience across a range of sectors. Following detailed referencing, the selected successful candidate, brought recent consulting experience in the areas of governance and risk in the education, government and not for profit sectors, most recently establishing legal services, frameworks and processes as General Counsel at the Paul Ramsay Foundation. Kylie also brings extensive sector experience from 15 years at the University of Melbourne, where she delivered multiple services and high impact, enterprise-wide projects within budget in a complex, highly regulated environment.
