The Opportunity
Join a leading organisation in a role that will strengthen your legal career.
Duration: 12 months
Arrangement: Full time (hybrid) (4 days onsite initially)
Location: Sydney
About You
You are an experienced governance lawyer with between 5 and 10 years' experience, bringing a strong track record from private practice or in-house roles within large organisations.
Your Experience & Expertise
Demonstrated experience supporting corporate governance functions within a listed entity, government body, regulator or large corporate organisation
Strong understanding of governance frameworks, Board and Committee operations, and company secretariat practices from an in-house environment
Experience supporting governance transformation, uplift or remediation projects, including the implementation of governance and regulatory recommendations
Proven ability to manage governance workstreams within a broader strategic transformation or programme environment
Knowledge of governance obligations, corporate reporting requirements and organisational accountability frameworks
Experience advising and supporting stakeholders on governance processes, decision-making frameworks and best practice governance standards
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with project managers, executives, company secretaries and business stakeholders to deliver governance outcomes
Ability to identify governance risks, develop practical solutions and support the implementation of sustainable governance improvements
Experience operating within a highly regulated environment and managing sensitive governance issues with discretion and professionalism
Attributes
Strategic thinker with the ability to understand organisational governance challenges and contribute to long-term solutions
Highly organised with strong project management and prioritisation skills
Strong attention to detail while maintaining focus on broader programme objectives




Pragmatic and solutions-focused with the ability to balance governance requirements and business needs
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credibility and trust across all levels of an organisation
Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to prepare concise and influential governance materials for senior stakeholders
Confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with executives, company secretaries, project teams and governance professionals
Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills with the ability to quickly understand and assess governance issues
Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced project delivery environment
Qualified, discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive governance and organisational matters
Requirements
Current Australian practising certificate
Right to live and work in Australia
About Reach
Reach is the flexible legal resourcing platform of Ashurst Perkins Coie, a global law firm with more than 3,500 legal professionals across 52 offices. Sitting within Advance, the firm's NewLaw division, we place lawyers and professionals where they're needed most — whether our clients need to meet a surge in demand, cover leave, bridge a recruitment gap, or bring in specialist expertise.
Why join Reach?
Reach gives you the flexibility to build a career that fits your life — not the other way around. We work with talented consultants across a broad range of specialties, matching the right people with the right opportunities.
Flexibility and choice — control over how, when, and where you work, on terms that suit your life.
A genuine partnership — a dedicated Reach team who will get to know you and actively champion your career goals.
The backing of a global firm — the resources, reputation, and culture of Ashurst Perkins Coie, including access to clients doing market-leading work and a refreshingly open and inclusive community.
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📌 Reach Legal Consultant | Governance Lawyer | Sydney
🏢 Ashurst Perkins Coie
📍 Sydney