Work with cutting edge AI technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world's most challenging technical problems in the rapidly growing counter-drone sector.
Our customers operate in some of the most challenging and high-stakes environments in the world, including military organisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement. Protecting airspace in these settings requires technology that performs under pressure and teams that understand what's at stake. At DroneShield, employees work at the leading edge of counter-drone innovation, helping to address real-world security challenges as drone threats continue to evolve globally.
With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia, now part of the ASX200 index, DroneShield is experiencing a period of hypergrowth. Revenue has surged from A$57 million in 2024 to over A$190 million in 2025, representing growth of more than 400% year-on-year, with record profitability and cashflow. The total addressable global market for counter-drone is assessed at approximately $100 billion, and is currently at the nascent stage with much of the growth still to come, with DroneShield well positioned as a global market leader, and the only public listed pure-play business in this sector.
The company has grown from 11 employees in 2017 to over 450 staff globally today, and is on track to reach around 550 by the end of 2026. This expansion includes investment of over A$50 million annually in R&D, a global pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, and continuous scaling of production capacity to meet accelerating demand.
The role is based at DroneShield's central Sydney headquarters. Overseas on-the-ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Netherlands, Denmark, Mexico and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries worldwide.
*About the role*
The Corporate Lawyer plays a key role in providing high‑quality legal advice across the organisation while supporting all corporate governance and compliance functions required of an ASX‑listed entity. This role assists the Company Secretary with board and committee processes, ASX and Corporations Act compliance, and corporate governance frameworks, while also delivering pragmatic commercial legal support to the business.
This position is ideal for a technically strong, detail‑oriented lawyer who thrives in a fast‑paced listed‑company environment and enjoys a mix of transactional, commercial, regulatory, and governance work.
*Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations
1. Company Secretariat Support (ASX‑Listed)*
* Assist in managing statutory and regulatory compliance obligations under the
*Corporations Act 2001 (Cth)
,
ASX Listing Rules*
, and ASIC requirements.
* Support the preparation, review, and lodgement of ASX announcements, including periodic reporting, disclosure events, and continuous disclosure obligations.
* Assist with the preparation of Board and Committee papers, agendas, minutes, resolutions, and annual work plans.
* Support annual general meeting (AGM) coordination, including notices of meeting, shareholder communications, scripts, and logistics.
* Maintain statutory registers, corporate records, and entity compliance calendars.
* Support director onboarding, inductions, and ongoing governance training.
* Assist in drafting and updating company policies, governance frameworks, and corporate charters.
*2. Corporate Legal Work*
* Support corporate transactions including capital raisings, mergers and acquisitions, and due diligence processes.
* Advise on regulatory and compliance issues relevant to the business's industry.
* Manage external legal counsel where required.
* Assist with the development and improvement of legal policies, templates, and internal guidelines.
* Other associated legal work to assist the company.
*3. Risk, Compliance, and Governance*
* Support compliance programs and risk managers, including risk registers, policy frameworks, and internal controls.
* Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and proactively brief internal stakeholders.
* Assist with statutory compliance programs.
* Contribute to internal training on legal and governance matters.
*4. Stakeholder Engagement*
* Build strong relationships with executives and risk team, board members, operational teams, regulators, and external advisers.
* Provide clear, practical, and solutions‑oriented legal guidance to stakeholders at all levels.
*Qualifications, Experience and Skills
Essential*
* Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) and admission to practice in an Australian jurisdiction.
* 2–6+ years' post‑qualification experience in corporate, commercial, or governance‑related legal work (in‑house or private practice).
* Strong understanding of the
*Corporations Act
,
ASX Listing Rules*
, and governance principles.
* Demonstrated experience preparing or advising on ASX or public‑company reporting obligations.
* Excellent drafting skills and strong attention to detail.
* Ability to manage competing deadlines and work autonomously in a dynamic environment.
*Desirable*
* Prior company secretarial or assistant company secretary experience.
* Experience working within an ASX‑listed company or public‑company clients, ASX300/200/100 preferred.
* Experience with entity management and board portal platforms.
*Key Competencies*
* High integrity and commitment to confidentiality.
* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication.
* Ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and board members.
* Proactive, organised, and collaborative approach.
Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.