ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028 – Melbourne VIC

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 will be the biggest cricket world cup ever staged in the southern hemisphere — and this is your chance to be part of it.

Co‑hosted by Australia and New Zealand and operated by a Local Organising Committee (LOC), the tournament will bring together the world’s best teams and players, billions of fans and two nations passionate about delivering unforgettable global events. Across October and November 2028, cricket’s fastest and most exciting format will take centre stage on a truly global platform.

Working for the LOC presents an extraordinary opportunity for you to play a key role in uniting our communities through a spectacular festival of cricket that captures global attention and inspires the next generation of cricketers and fans.

You will be part of a passionate and dedicated team helping to build an unforgettable and truly unique event from the ground up. Every role contributes to creating moments that will be seen around the world and remembered for years to come.

If you’re energised by major events, thrive in fast‑paced environments and want your work to have global impact, this is an opportunity like no other.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We’re building the team that will bring the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 to life and we’re looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to lead the LOC’s legal function. This is a unique opportunity to shape the legal, governance and risk foundations of one of the world’s biggest sporting events, balancing robust protections with pragmatism, commercial awareness and sound judgement.

Working closely with leaders across the LOC, the ICC, host cities and venues, you’ll provide practical, timely legal advice and lead the negotiation,



drafting and legal sign-off of commercial agreements. You’ll support fair and transparent procurement, oversee post-award contract negotiation, drafting and management and help ensure compliance with hosting, venue and commercial obligations, including marketing approvals and the protection of tournament rights.

Beyond contracting, you’ll lead health and safety compliance within the Legal & Business Services team, support the LOC’s risk management framework and insurance program, and manage regulatory matters and any disputes or litigation. From improving policies and processes to maintaining contract records and managing the LOC’s post-tournament wind‑up, you’ll combine strategic oversight with hands‑on delivery. If you bring commercial judgement and a solutions‑focused approach, this is your chance to help deliver the greatest World Cup ever.

Based in Melbourne, this is a maximum term chance until December 2028.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications

- Registered legal practitioner
- Bachelor of Laws
- At least 6-8 years’ experience in a law firm, in‑house or other relevant experience.
- Secondment experience or experience in‑house.
- Proven ability to balance legal and commercial outcomes.
- Willingness to be hands on and partner with internal stakeholders.
- Able to provide sound and practical advice on routine to large scale complex matters.
- Meticulous attention to detail,



exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong initiative and ability to manage priorities.
- Strong follow‑through skills and ability to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Experience supporting and implementing procurement processes.
- Ability to travel in and between Australia and New Zealand as required.
- Right to work in Australia.
- Flexibility to undertake additional responsibilities outside the primary scope of the role, including supporting other functional areas and travelling as required to support the successful planning, delivery and completion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028.

Highly Desirable

- Bachelor of Laws with Honours.
- Experience with major sporting events.
- Experience in risk, governance and insurance.

OUR ORGANISATION

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2028 is a global event, and our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities, cultures and nations it brings together. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and high‑performing workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. We recognise that diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds strengthen our teams and are essential to delivering a world‑class tournament on the global stage.

The LOC encourages people from all walks of life to apply and is committed to being a child safe organisation. All team members based in Australia are required to hold a valid Working with Children Check.

Your experience matters to us. If you require any support or adjustments to take part in the application process, please let us know — we’ll work with you to ensure you can put your best foot forward.

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📌 Senior Legal Counsel (Melbourne)
🏢 ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2028
📍 Melbourne