Bluefin is partnering with a newly formed and fast-growing bank to find a Senior Legal Counsel. With a refreshed brand, upgraded technology platforms and a strong executive team, the business is entering an exciting next phase of growth. They are now looking to appoint a Senior Legal Counsel to join their expanding legal and risk function. This client will also consider an experienced Legal Counsel from 5 years PQE. Join an experienced Legal team, for Sydney candidates this is a 100% remote role.
What's on offer
* Excellent work life balance with strong flexibility across locations
* The chance to be part of the development and ongoing evolution of a newly formed bank
* A culture that is collaborative, down to earth and supportive
* A purpose driven environment where profits are reinvested back into members and customers, rather than external shareholders
* Exposure to modern technology, an uplifting transformation strategy and the opportunity to contribute to how the legal function grows
* Long term stability across a well-established financial services group with national reach
Key responsibilities
* Providing practical, solutions based legal advice across credit, consumer finance, regulated products, contracts and general commercial issues
* Supporting the rollout of new technology and digital banking products
* Advising the business on compliance obligations including AFSL and ACL requirements
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements
* Working closely with risk, compliance, product, operations and the executive team on strategic projects
* Managing external counsel where required
* Promoting a strong and proactive risk culture by identifying, analysing, mitigating or accepting risks in line with the organisation’s risk appetite, and providing legal guidance to support risk management across the business
* Partnering with stakeholders across the business, including the in-house legal team and external counsel, to deliver practical solutions and manage expectations effectively
* Establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, industry bodies, suppliers and regulators
* Contributing to project papers, committee submissions and board reporting as required
* Monitoring changes in the external environment, regulatory landscape and internal operations to identify emerging legal or compliance risks
* Developing strategies and recommended actions for new initiatives, process improvements and business priorities
* Engaging, instructing and managing external legal advisers, including obtaining fee estimates, managing panel providers and reviewing and approving invoices
* Working closely with the Head of Legal on scoping external legal work, escalating risks or sensitive matters, and ensuring alignment with legal team processes and guidance
* Supervising or supporting Inhouse Counsel or Paralegals where required, including involvement in legal project management
* Contributing to Legal Team initiatives such as developing and maintaining standardised agreements and legal templates, and preparing or delivering training for business units
About you
* A minimum of 6 years PQE, either from a financial services organisation or a banking and finance focused team in private practice
* Experience across regulated financial products, consumer law, credit or general commercial law
* Interest in working in a modern, technology enabled banking environment
* Australian Practicing Certificate
This is a permanent role paying up to $180K Plus Super Plus Bonus for the right candidate.
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