Pinsent Masons Vario is currently seeking a corporate/commercial lawyer to support the Australian legal function of a leading international bank on a 12-month engagement in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with robust general commercial and contracting experience who is interested in working within a sophisticated financial services setting . The role Working closely with senior members of the Legal team, you will provide pragmatic corporate and commercial legal advice across the Australian business. Your responsibilities will include:
• Drafting, reviewing and advising on a range of commercial contracts and agreements
• Providing broader corporate/commercial legal advice to business stakeholders
• Supporting information and technology projects
• Assisting with regulatory, litigation and other legal matters as required
• Working collaboratively with regional and global Legal colleagues




• Supporting the business within established risk and control frameworks
• Working primarily across Corporate & Institutional Banking and Markets & Securities Services, with exposure to other parts of the business as required About you We are interested in speaking with lawyers who have:
• Solid corporate/commercial and commercial contracting experience
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to providing legal advice
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• An ability to work effectively in a complex, highly regulated organisation
• Financial services or banking experience, or knowledge of Australian financial services regulation, would be advantageous

📌 Legal Counsel – Corporate/commercial Financial Services 12 Month Engagement Sydney
🏢 Pinsent Masons Vario
📍 Sydney