Senior Legal Counsel - Public & Capital Markets Brisbane, Sydney & Melbourne2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicantsTake hold of a monster opportunity and join our Investments Legal team as a Senior Legal Counsel - Public & Capital Markets. If you’re a good fit for this role and live in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne, we’d love you to apply.Why join us?You'll get 14% super as standard, to help your future come alive.Unleash your potential and build a career to be proud of through excellent training and development opportunities.Balance your work between in-person days at our purpose-built hubs and working from home.In the office, enjoy end of trip facilities, a yoga and multi-faith room, parent and carer rooms, quiet rooms, BrewHub coffee facilities, and collaborative team spaces.About The RoleAs a Senior Legal Counsel - Public & Capital Markets, you’ll be a trusted adviser and business partner in relation to investment matters, providing specialist, solutions-focused legal advice and services. You will be part of the legal team with a primary focus on advising the Public and Capital Markets teams in the Investments Business Area.The role is responsible for assisting Australian Retirement Trust (ART) in meeting its legal, regulatory and compliance obligations.Day To Day, You'llProvide advice and expertise on complex investment related documentation and investment structures, such as Investment Management Agreements, ISDA Master Agreements, initial and variation margin agreements, securities lending, exposure management and trading documentation.Provide legal and regulatory advice on compliance with APRA prudential standards including CPS 226 on Initial Margin compliance for OTC derivatives.Remain current with changes in legislation and best practice, especially as it impacts investment activities, through research, interpretation, and training.Provide timely, accurate, and commercially appropriate legal advice on investment activities.Collaborate and develop strong relationships with key business stakeholders to ensure advice aligns with ART’s strategic goals.This role is available as a permanent opportunity.About YouIt goes without saying you'll be a great communicator with top-notch interpersonal skills. You should also be proactive in problem-solving and creative in your approach. You might also meet some of the following criteria:Tertiary qualification in Law and a current unrestricted practising certificate as a Legal Practitioner in Australia.Extensive legal experience in a law firm and/or investment bank, specializing in derivatives, margin agreements, ISDA Master Agreements, and trading agreements.Ability to lead negotiations on complex, high-value matters.Strong negotiation, drafting, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of an organization.Experience advising and working with business teams on critical projects.Proven ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders.Ability to provide professional, concise advice on technical, legislative, and strategic issues.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to influence and persuade senior stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.About UsOur 2.3 million members trust us to manage nearly $300 billion in retirement savings. We empower them to take charge of their finances and face the future with confidence. Our inclusive culture values diversity, ensuring you’ll be valued and heard in a respectful workplace. We foster an environment where you can be yourself and do your best work.Apply online nowEveryone is welcome to apply. We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities. Start your career at Australian Retirement Trust by applying now. Applications close Monday, 28 April 2025.We will contact you after the closing date to inform you of the next steps. Transparency and fairness are core to our recruitment process.
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