About the role
The HMC Group has extensive aviation, tourism, and accommodation operations in some of the most iconic regions of Australia and is seeking to appoint a Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to join the team. This rare opportunity is to work closely with our Group General Counsel in a privately owned, predominantly WA owned business in the aviation and tourism industries. You will report to the Group General Counsel and work closely with a range of stakeholders, gaining exposure to a broad range of business, governance/compliance, and operational activities within a high growth business. You will be empowered to make the role your own and drive business improvement processes.
Key duties and responsibilities
* Proactively identify legal issues and requirements, and undertake research and analysis as required.
* Provide commercial advice in an accurate and timely manner that is tailored to the business.
* Liaise with relevant stakeholders on various issues and projects as required.
* Responsible for drafting and negotiating a range of contract documentation, including terms and conditions.
* Manage internal projects.
* Manage external legal providers.
* Prepare Board packs and assist with the identification and administration of governance issues.
* Assist with the management of the insurance portfolio, including renewals processes and claims.
* Manage contract administration and maintain the business's contract management platform.
About you
* Bachelor of Laws or equivalent, and a current WA legal practising certificate.
* 5 to 7 years' post admission experience, with a focus on commercial law.
* In‐house experience is desirable.
* Demonstrated legal experience in relevant or comparable areas of law.
* Experience in drafting contracts, preparing regulatory advice, and working directly with clients and stakeholders.
* Demonstrated capacity to take instruction, ensure procedures are followed and appropriately involve key stakeholders.
* Ability to negotiate, demonstrate assertiveness, prioritise and adapt to a dynamic workplace.
* Proven abilities in decision‐making, analysing problems and making independent judgements.
* Capacity to conduct all activity in an ethical, professional and efficient manner that upholds the values and best practices of the organisation.
To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing your suitability for the role and a current resume. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We reserve the right to close the recruitment process early. We respectively request no agency referrals.
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