Job Description

Build your in-house legal career advising on financial services, insurance and regulatory matters within a supportive legal team.

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- In-house legal role | Award-winning Australian insurance company
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- Hybrid working | Competitive salary | No billable hours or timesheets
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- Supportive legal team | Opportunity to make your mark!
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About the prospect

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An excellent prospect exists for a Legal Counsel to join the in-house legal team of a highly regarded Australian-operated insurance company. Reporting to the Head of Legal and Company Secretary, you will assist with the management of legal matters across the business while ensuring regulatory obligations are met.

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As part of the Risk & Governance department, you will work closely with the wider legal team and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support the effective operation of the legal function.

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About our client

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Our client is an award-winning insurance company with modern offices located on Melbourne's city fringe along St Kilda Road, with trams at the doorstep. They offer a supportive and cohesive in-house legal team where you will quickly become a valued member.

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What's on offer

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This position offers a competitive salary package, hybrid working arrangements and the chance to further develop your in-house legal career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

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Key responsibilities

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In this role you will:

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- Work closely with the Head of Legal and Company Secretary, together with the wider Risk & Governance team.
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- Advise business units and senior management on matters including AFS licensing requirements, legal documentation, and legislative and regulatory compliance requirements.
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- Draft and prepare correspondence, submissions, papers and terms of new business contracts with third parties and suppliers.
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- Liaise with auditors, lawyers, regulators, company representatives and relevant bodies including APRA, ASIC, AFCA and OIAC.
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- Contribute to legal projects, knowledge management initiatives and the continuous improvement of workflows and the efficiency of the Legal Department.
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Skills & experience

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To be successful, you will have:

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- 2 to 4 years' PAE with broad experience in financial services law and/or insurance law gained either in-house or in private practice.
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- A solid understanding of financial services laws, including Corporations, Australian Consumer and Insurance law.
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- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to listen, understand issues and provide clear guidance and advice.
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- Strong attention to detail together with initiative in identifying and solving problems.
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Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and balance competing priorities.

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📌 In-house Legal Counsel | Commercial Lawyer (Victoria)
🏢 Legal People
📍 Victoria