Job Description

- Join Rest and contribute to an organisation focused on improving the retirement outcomes of millions of Australians
- Join a collaborative, values-led legal team where your expertise will have genuine impact
- Sydney Head Office Located - Circular Quay location
- Hybrid Working

Established in 1988, Rest is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds.

We support more than two million members, with around $100 billion of funds under management and are recognised as a responsible investment leader*. We believe when members understand and engage with their super, they’re more likely to get a better retirement outcome.

Everything we do at Rest is underpinned by our values and behaviours, we want to Be Daring, Keep it Easy, Take Action and Have Grit. To put it simply we want our people to thrive and love the work they do.

About the Role

In conjunction with the Head of Enterprise Legal, the role is responsible for providing legal advice to Rest Business Units, Board and management regarding incidents, breaches, regulator engagements and regulator-initiated proceedings relating to Rest.

Where appropriate or required, the role will also assist with other matters being handled by the broader Enterprise Legal team.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide trusted legal advice on regulatory, licensing and compliance obligations impacting Rest.




- Partner with stakeholders to navigate regulatory requirements and emerging legislative changes.
- Support and manage engagements with key regulators, including ASIC and APRA.
- Lead regulatory disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external legal partners.
- Advise leaders on regulatory risks and considerations that support strategic decision-making.
- Monitor and interpret regulatory developments, translating impacts into practical business guidance.
- Support the management of Rest's licences and representative obligations.
- Collaborate across the Enterprise Legal team on a broad range of legal and business initiatives.
- Assist senior leaders in responding to government, parliamentary and regulatory enquiries.
- Represent Rest in industry forums and share insights on regulatory developments.
- Provide legal support on strategic projects, including reviewing documentation and communications.
- Draft and review policies, Board papers and governance-related reporting.
- Deliver legal training and build regulatory awareness across the business.
- Manage relationships with external legal providers, auditors, administrators and regulators.
- Foster a collaborative, knowledge-sharing culture and contribute to a safe and inclusive workplace.

📌 Senior Legal Counsel - Regulatory and Disputes, Enterprise Legal (Sydney)
🏢 Rest
📍 Sydney