Manage legal matters & collaborate closely with Head of Legal for award winning Insurance company | Corporate/Commercial & Finance focus | City fringeIn house role | 3-5 years PQE | Highly regarded Australian operated companyCompetitive salary | Hybrid work options| No timesheets or billingFantastic career development | Autonomy | Opportunity to make your markAbout our client Our client is a well-respected, award winning Insurance Company. You will enjoy working in a stunning modern office in Melbourne's city fringe on St Kilda Road, with trams right at the doorstep. Their in-house legal team are supportive and cohesive where you will fit right in and quickly establish yourself as a key member of the team.About the role As a Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting the optimum functioning of the Legal Team for an award winning Australian operated insurance company. You will work closely with the Head of Legal and Company Secretary and the Legal team in ensuring legal matters are managed efficiently, effectively and in line with regulatory obligations. This role sits within the Risk and Governance department, also providing you with the opportunity to collaborate with other members of the wider legal team.What's on offer On offer is a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, plus hybrid work options to ensure you maintain your ideal work/life balance.Duties In this role, you will:-Workclosely with and report to the Head of Legal and Company Secretary, as well as the wider Risk & Governance teamAdvisethe company's business units and senior management on matters including AFS licensing requirements, legal documentation and legislative and regulatory compliance requirementsDraft and preparecorrespondence, submissions, papers and terms of new business contracts with third parties and suppliersLiaisewith auditors, lawyers, regulators, company representatives and other relevant bodies (e.g. APRA, ASIC, AFCA, OIAC)Contributeto projects, knowledge management and the continuous improvement of workflows and efficiency of the Legal Department.Skills & experience The ideal candidate will have:-3 to 5 years' PAEwith broad experience in financial services law and/or general corporate/commercial law (gained in-house or in private practice)Solid understanding of financial services laws, including Corporations, Australian Consumer and Insurance lawExcellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills to listen and understand issues, and provide clear guidance and adviceStrong attention to detail and initiative in identifying and solving problemsProven effectiveness in managing multiple stakeholders and balancing competing prioritiesAbility to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team settingHow to apply To express your interest, simply click on theApply Nowbutton.Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:#J-18808-Ljbffr