Job Description
About the Role
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We have a newly created opportunity for an experienced senior lawyer to join our Office of General Counsel, based in Sydney. This is a substantive in-house role offering the prospect to advise senior leaders on commercial and compliance matters central to the firm's operations.
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Reporting to the General Counsel, you will advise partners and senior stakeholders on a broad range of internal commercial legal matters — including client engagement terms, supplier agreements, and contracting issues — as well as legal profession compliance and conflicts management.
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Key responsibilities will include:
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Advising partners and senior stakeholders on commercial legal matters and legal profession compliance, including the identification and management of conflicts of interest
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Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts such as client engagement terms, supplier agreements, confidentiality agreements, escrow agreements, and reliance letters
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Managing conflicts of interest processes, including use of Intapp as required
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Proactive management of commercial and compliance risks, providing clear recommendations and practical solutions
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Supporting the development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies
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Ensuring compliance with relevant internal policies, legal profession laws, and regulatory requirements
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The role requires a high degree of autonomy, with sound judgement exercised on matters requiring escalation and discretion.
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About You
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Our ideal candidate will bring:
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Minimum 6 years post-qualification experience, including experience in a comparable role within a law firm's in-house or general counsel function
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Strong knowledge of Australian contract law, corporate law, and regulatory compliance (including legal profession regulatory frameworks)
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Demonstrated familiarity with conflicts management, including proficiency in Intapp or equivalent conflicts management systems
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Strong drafting, negotiation, and contract advisory skills across a range of commercial agreements
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High professional standards, with a commitment to accuracy, ethical conduct, and discretion in handling sensitive information
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Sound critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a practical and commercial focus
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Confidence to provide frank advice and navigate differing perspectives across all levels of the firm
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Why Join Clayton Utz?
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At Clayton Utz, we're more than just a law firm – we're a community that values our people and their contributions.
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When you join us, you'll enjoy:
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Access to professional development programs and career growth opportunities.
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The tools to perform your role to your best ability, with world‐class infrastructure and resources to keep your skills sharp and ahead of the curve, including leading AI platform, Harvey.
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A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health including lifestyle and gym membership discounts via our partnership with AIA Vitality.
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A collaborative and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters belonging.
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Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.
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The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.
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Accessibility and Inclusion
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We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier‐free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to .
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📌 Deputy General Counsel - Office Of General Counsel (New South Wales)
🏢 Clayton Utz
📍 New South Wales