Legal Counsel

About the role
Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will work autonomously to help support the General Counsel in managing a broad portfolio of legal, regulatory, and governance matters. This role is integral to the firm's internal legal operations and risk management requiring a strong understanding of law firm practices, regulatory frameworks and ethical standards. 

Benefits
In addition to a competitive market salary, enjoy working in a stunning office location overlooking the Sydney Harbour, market leading paid parental leave, professional development, wellbeing programs, recognition awards, and health insurance discounts.

Duties
As a highly skilled, proactive and  trusted legal advisor , your main responsibilities are:-

• Advise on governance, legal structures, partnerships, and commercial agreements.
• Manage litigation, employment disputes, FOI requests, and subpoenas.
• Oversee risk, insurance portfolios, claims handling, and policy renewals.
• Draft and review contracts, support procurement, and lead tender processes.
• Lead on compliance, privacy, AML, modern slavery, audits, and legal training.

• Bring  circa 4-6 years' PAE, ideally in a law firm or corporate legal department. You will have experience in corporate commercial, mergers & acquisitions and/or commercial litigation.
• Demonstrate expertise in compliance, legal operations, and professional standards.
• Apply experience across litigation, digital, commercial, and contract law.
• Utilise strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills to influence outcomes.
• Showcase attention to detail, tech-savviness, and a commitment to excellence.