Contracts Manager / Paralegal

About us

Established in 1840, we are Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community.

As a social enterprise, we’re motivated by our purpose to positively impact the wellbeing of millions. We reinvest profits to deliver products and services sustainably that matter most to our members, customers and the Australian community.

For us, Real Wellbeing encompasses the whole experience of life. It’s about feeling supported in your health, connected with your community and empowered to live life on your terms.

Your New Role Looks Like This

You'll work closely with the Legal team, delivering high-quality contracting and legal support across the Home Health platform, playing a key part in serving the needs of customers in their health and wellbeing.

You'll draft and review brokerage agreements, service agreements, supplier contracts and other legal documents, liaise with Legal Counsel on complex matters, conduct legal research, and support compliance activities. It's a varied role where attention to detail and strong stakeholder relationships are essential.

Based in Melbourne, this is a 12-month fixed-term contract, working in a 3-office / 2-home hybrid setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce and review brokerage agreements, service agreements, supplier contracts and other legal documents
• Draft contracts and correspondence, including formatting and proofreading, for the Home Health business
• Liaise with Legal Counsel for reviews, queries and support on complex matters
• Arrange for execution of contracts and manage the contract process through electronic systems
• Conduct legal research on relevant legislation, case law and regulatory requirements, and prepare draft legal advice and briefing notes
• Support with compliance checklists, risk assessments, property searches and entity searches
• Provide administrative and legal support for projects, including assisting with tribunal matters and regulatory inquiries
• Maintain matter management systems and document files for all matters

About You

• Demonstrated experience in contract management and legal support within a corporate or legal services environment
• Strong understanding of legal and commercial frameworks, particularly in contract law and compliance
• Ability to manage timeframes, balance priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organisation
• Self-starter who takes ownership and accountability for outcomes
• Any exposure to, or interest in the Aged Care Act is a bonus, as is tertiary background in related disciplines.

What’s on Offer

You will enjoy a range of great employee benefits and rewards including:

• Competitive salary + bonus program
• Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days
• 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most
• Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants.
• Discounts across the Australian Unity business including Private Health Insurance, General Insurance + more!
• Available access to LinkedIn Learning courses through our great Learning platform

For further benefits visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/careers/culture

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people.