Legal Counsel
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Please note: Due to the upcoming holiday period, applications will be reviewed and updates provided from 12 January 2026 onwards. Thank you for your patience.
Overview
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We have an exciting opportunity at nbn for a Legal Counsel. This role will report to the General Counsel, Finance, Property and Corporate Governance.
Responsibilities
As Legal Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice that supports nbn’s strategic objectives while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. You will work across a diverse portfolio in the Legal and Regulatory team, including treasury, corporate reporting, property, sustainability, governance and general corporate legal support, offering clarity and confidence in complex matters. Your role will involve managing legal issues, supporting negotiations, and partnering with stakeholders to deliver outcomes that balance commercial priorities with legal integrity.
You will be trusted to bring innovative thinking to problem‑solving, offering practical and commercially focused advice that enables informed decision‑making. By engaging proactively with teams across the business, you will help shape strategies that mitigate risk and strengthen compliance, all while contributing to nbn’s purpose of connecting Australia. This is a role where collaboration and adaptability are key, and where your expertise will make a tangible impact on the organisation’s success.
Qualifications
The successful candidate is a legal professional with at least 5 years post‑qualification experience gained in a corporate environment or a mid to top‑tier law firm. You combine strong technical knowledge with a pragmatic, solutions‑oriented approach, and you are confident navigating complex issues with precision.
You thrive in collaborative environments, building trusted relationships and engaging with stakeholders in a way that is inclusive and responsive. Your mindset is proactive and adaptable, and you are committed to raising standards and sharing knowledge within your team. With your clear communication and ability to balance commercial objectives with compliance, you will help nbn deliver on its purpose and long‑term vision.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industry: Telecommunications
* Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
* Salary: A$110,000.00 – A$160,000.00
Benefits
* 18 weeks of paid parental leave
* Commitment to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace – Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan
* Recognition as a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running
* Active employee‑led diversity pillars
* WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women and Employer of Choice for 2025
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. We champion equal opportunities for all employees.
If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility‑related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered.
Application Instructions
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.
Application Deadline
This role is a permanent opportunity and applications will close at midnight on Thursday, 15th January 2026.
TEMPORAL Notice
To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.
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