Portfolio Manager (Remote)

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers. We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Job Description

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

We are looking for a Portfolio Manager to join our team. In this role you will be an institutional Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for different types of research grant agreements and contracts within assigned portfolio areas. The role is responsible for providing technical and people l leadership and support to a team of Research Grants & Contracts professionals and for building strong partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders. Portfolio Managers seeks to drive effectiveness and efficiency in research contracting through the adoption of Master Services Agreements (MSAs), standardised templates and streamlined contracting frameworks. In addition to having team leadership and improvement responsibilities, this role also has responsibility for directly reviewing, drafting and negotiating complex research and consulting contracts, subcontracts and variations. The role works closely with researchers, Faculty and Institute Research Services Teams (FIRST), Technical Services Managers, UniServices Business Development Managers, Investment Managers, funders and commercial clients to achieve optimal outcomes within the University’s delegations framework and risk appetite. This role will use expert portfolio knowledge and subject matter expertise to support the Senior Manager, Research Grants & Contracts to design and implement training and improvement initiatives for simple, standard and complex contracts.

This is a full-time, 37.5 hours per week, on a permanent contract. The salary range for this role is $94,900 – $117,200 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review this position description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

Our suitable candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Tertiary degree in relevant field.
• Formal qualification or demonstrated experience in contract law.
• At least 6 years’ experience in the negotiation and management of complex contracts.

Specialist skills and knowledge in:

• Reviewing and drafting clauses for a range of agreement types.
• Negotiating complex contracts within policy parameters and preferred contracting positions.
• Leading teams in high-volume work environments.
• Relationship management and effective communication with a range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and an ability to see the big picture.
• Positive and can-do attitude.
• Adapting and responding to change.
• Prioritisation and workload management.
• Operational reporting.
• Financial acumen and the ability to critically review project budgets and payment schedules.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University and maintains significant computational, laboratory, and analytic facilities. Auckland is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities.

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through the following:

• Flexible employment practices (including working from home and flexible hours)
• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programs, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and other discounts on internal and external services.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of 12/11/2024 to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV highlighting how you can meet the abovementioned skills and experiences.

Please note that we may close the advert earlier if we find a suitable candidate.

Please reach out to Louise Dickinson – louise.dickinson@auckland.ac.nz a confidential conversation. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but we do not accept applications by email.

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Additional Information

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment. For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz

The University is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment where everyone can thrive. For further information see Te Ara Tautika | the Equity Policy and visit www.equity.auckland.ac.nz