Rare in-house litigation opportunity within a leading financial services business.

Your new company
An chance has arisen for an experienced litigation lawyer to join the legal team of a leading global financial services organisation on a 12-month contract.Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will play a key role in managing significant disputes, litigation and regulatory matters across Australia and New Zealand. This position offers a rare opportunity to move in-house while maintaining a strong disputes focus, working closely with senior stakeholders and external counsel on matters that have a direct impact on the business.The role will see you:

- Managing and strategically advising on commercial disputes and litigation matters
- Working closely with regulators and responding to regulatory enquiries
- Briefing and managing external counsel
- Identifying, assessing and escalating legal risks
- Advising on matters arising under financial services legislation, including the Corporations Act
- Supporting the wider business with legal and regulatory issues as required
- Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to a high-performing legal team

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced litigation lawyer with approximately 9+ years' post-admission experience, ideally gained within a leading law firm,



financial institution or regulatory environment.
You will bring:

- Strong commercial litigation experience
- Exposure to financial services, banking, insurance or regulatory disputes
- Experience dealing with complex regulatory frameworks and the Corporations Act
- Experience gained at a reputable firm and/or similar in-house role
- The ability to provide commercially pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong judgement, initiative and problem-solving capabilities

What you'll get in return

- Rare opportunity to develop your litigation experience in-house
- High-quality disputes and regulatory work
- Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Strong work-life balance
- Work for a sophisticated global financial services company
- Competitive salary package
- 12 month fixed term contract

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura on ************@hays.com.au
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📌 Senior Legal Counsel (Litigation) (Sydney)
🏢 Hays Recruitment
📍 Sydney