Legal Counsel
Abano Healthcare is Australasia’s largest Dental Support Organisation (DSO), supporting a network of 250+ dental practices and 700+ clinicians across Australia and New Zealand. Our role is simple but powerful: to enable clinicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care, while we provide the operational, commercial, and strategic support that helps practices thrive.
As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our in‑house legal team and partner closely with the business.
Responsibilities
* Advising on operational matters across the ANZ business
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating clinician and commercial contracts (including government contracts)
* Supporting M&A activity, joint ventures, and other commercial transactions
* Managing disputes, complaints, and regulatory matters
* Advising on privacy, compliance, and legal risk management
* Reviewing marketing materials and advising on competition and consumer law issues
Qualifications
You are a confident, pragmatic lawyer who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, commercially driven environment and partnering with the business to find solutions.
* 5–8 years’ post‑qualification experience, gained in a top or mid‑tier firm or a strong in‑house legal team
* Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
* Exposure to healthcare, services, or regulated environments (highly regarded)
* A sound understanding of Australian and/or New Zealand privacy law principles
* Experience with disputes, complaints handling, and regulatory matters
* Exposure to M&A or joint ventures (preferred)
* Strong communication skills and sound commercial judgement
* Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent
* Admission to practice in Australia or another relevant jurisdiction (Admission in New Zealand will be supported where required)
Benefits
* Be part of a market‑leading, purpose‑driven organisation
* Work on high‑impact matters across Australia and New Zealand
* Collaborate with experienced leaders and a supportive legal team
* Competitive salary and genuine career development opportunities
Ready to make a difference? Apply now!
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