Senior Legal Counsel

Backed by world-class technology and a long-standing commitment to data accuracy and market leadership, this group empowers customers, partners and communities through high-value insights and a dynamic suite of online products. Its continued growth and investment in the region have created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join its high-performing legal team. Reporting directly to the Chief Legal Officer, the Senior Legal Counsel will act as a trusted adviser to senior executives across the business. The role will provide strategic legal support on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, with a strong focus on corporate commercial M&A;, governance, regulatory compliance and cross-functional advisory work.

As the organisation continues to expand and undergo significant transformation, this position will play a pivotal role in shaping legal frameworks, guiding strategic decision-making and supporting major corporate initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will:

- Serve as a corporate legal business partner to key functions, including Finance, Strategy and Tax.
- Play a central role in cross-functional deal teams on strategic corporate M&A; projects.
- Identify legal risks across corporate proposals and work collaboratively with stakeholders to develop compliant, commercially effective solutions.
- Advise on the interpretation of contractual commitments and statutory obligations, including those arising under corporate, competition, consumer and privacy regimes.
- Support company secretarial matters across Australian and Recent Zealand entities, including preparation of resolutions, filings and ongoing governance documentation.
- Partner with global stakeholders on corporate governance initiatives, including reporting obligations and group-wide policy implementation.
- Provide additional support on general commercial matters when required,



including commercial contract negotiation, dispute management, IP protection and licensing agreements.
- Act as a strong representative of the Legal function across the wider business.

Experience

- Solid foundation gained at a reputable law firm, primarily within Corporate/M&A; (non-public M&A; experience strongly preferred).
- Additional general commercial experience, particularly in contract advisory work, is advantageous.
- Prior in-house experience (either permanent or via secondment) is beneficial but not essential.
- Exposure to data, technology or digital-first businesses will be highly regarded.

Technical Skills You will demonstrate the ability to:

- Provide high-quality legal advice across M&A;, governance, regulatory and commercial matters.
- Draft and negotiate key M&A; and governance documentation with minimal supervision, including shareholders' agreements, share purchase agreements, subscription agreements, transfer forms, board resolutions and related documents.
- Assess legal risk and propose practical, commercially aligned solutions.
- Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal stakeholders and manage diverse internal relationships.
- Maintain exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to resolving complex issues thoroughly.
- excellent communication, negotiation and drafting skills;
- an ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously; and
- regular in-house training, team events and recognition;
- health and well-being initiatives; and
- an inclusive, positive, and rewarding environment.

Please apply online using the links below. Otherwise, please call Bonnie Brady on [0478 292 714](tel:0478 292 714), quoting the above job title or send your CV directly to [email protected]. All discussions will be in strict confidence, and your CV details will not be passed to any third party or prospective employer until instructed by you.

📌 In-house Corporate and Commercial Lawyer (Adelaide)
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📍 Adelaide