Job Description
Legal Counsel - Insurance & Financial Services
n Sydney | Full-Time Opportunity
n Circa $200K
n Ethos BeathChapman has been exclusively retained by a highly respected global financial institution to appoint a Legal Counsel to its established Australia and New Zealand legal and compliance team.
n This is an outstanding opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer seeking to move into, or further develop, an in-house career within a sophisticated international financial services environment. Working closely with an experienced Head of Legal & Compliance, you will provide legal advice across a broad range of matters including insurance and reinsurance arrangements, commercial contracts, regulatory issues, strategic projects and corporate initiatives. The role will have a particular focus on supporting a life insurance business and offers exposure to senior stakeholders, regulators and external counsel.
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The Opportunity
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As Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting business operations across Australia and New Zealand by:
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Providing legal and regulatory advice to business stakeholders across a broad range of commercial and operational matters.
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Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, contracts and related documentation.
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Supporting insurance and reinsurance transactions and strategic business initiatives.
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Assisting with regulatory matters and engagement with external stakeholders, including regulators and legal advisers.
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Contributing to the development and implementation of legal and compliance frameworks.
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Identifying, assessing and escalating legal risks where appropriate.
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Supporting projects, transactions and business change initiatives across the organisation.
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Working collaboratively with legal, compliance and business teams to deliver pragmatic and commercially focused outcomes.
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About You
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Approximately 4-7 years' post-qualification experience.
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Experience gained within a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal team.
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Exposure to insurance, reinsurance, life insurance, corporate/commercial law or financial services regulatory matters.
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Strong drafting, research and analytical capabilities.
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Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
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The ability to balance legal risk with commercial outcomes.
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A collaborative approach and strong attention to detail.
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Why Apply?
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This opportunity offers the chance to join a globally recognised organisation with a strong reputation, supportive culture and flexible approach to working arrangements. The business provides a genuine opportunity to broaden your in-house legal experience within a highly regarded financial services setting.

📌 Legal Counsel (New South Wales)
🏢 Ethos BeathChapman
📍 New South Wales