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Beacon Legal have partnered with a leading Australian real estate investment business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel. They are looking to hire someone at the 10+ PQE level, to be based in their Sydney office.
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We're seeking a senior, commercially astute lawyer to support a high-profile and strategic function within the broader legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work across financial services regulation, corporate governance, board advisory, and regulatory compliance in a dynamic and high-performing environment.
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This role will give you the chance to engage in truly impactful work with visibility at the highest levels of the organisation. You'll join a collegiate and driven team, with opportunities to influence the direction of legal, compliance and governance initiatives across the business. The General Counsel is a trusted leader who brings an empowering, collaborative leadership style.
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About the role
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- Deliver strategic, commercial legal advice across financial services law, corporate governance, ASX Listing Rules, capital markets, managed investment schemes, and funds management.
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- Design and implement compliance programs to ensure ongoing adherence to AFSL obligations and evolving ASIC and ASX regulatory standards.
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- Provide trusted legal support to the Board and Board Committees, including preparation of high-quality Board papers and governance materials.
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- Support the preparation and submission of ASIC and ASX regulatory filings and disclosures.
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- Play a central role in corporate reporting alongside Finance and Corporate Affairs teams—particularly on remuneration and annual reporting.
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- Work across a broad and varied legal portfolio, with exposure to enterprise-wide legal matters and strategic initiatives.
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- Provide input and oversight across secretariat functions, including board governance and corporate compliance processes.
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What type of person will be successful?
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- Admitted as a lawyer in Australia.
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- Practising as a senior lawyer for 10+ years, with a background in financial services law, corporate advisory, and governance.
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- Experience gained at a top-tier or leading mid-tier law firm and/or a combination of in-house legal and company secretariat roles.
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- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to partner effectively across legal, finance, investor relations, risk and audit functions.
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- Commercial mindset and the ability to influence strategic decision-making through clear, practical legal guidance.
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- Highly organised, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
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If you are interested in this role, please apply below or contact Jake on
[email protected].
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Seniority level
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Mid-Senior level
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Employment type
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Full-time
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Job function
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Legal
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Industries
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Real Estate, Investment Management, and Financial Services
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📌 Senior Legal Counsel (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales