Commercial Legal Expert Sought
A national organisation is looking for a skilled Senior Legal Counsel to provide legal support across core operations and head office functions.
About the Role:
* Provide strategic legal advice on commercial contracts, tenders, projects and operational matters
* Offer guidance on corporate governance and compliance with relevant regulations
* Support the coordination of equity incentive plans and interact with external providers
* Contribute to legal training and compliance programs, including data protection and policy development
* Collaborate with senior executives and general managers to ensure alignment between legal input and business strategy
Requirements:
* 8–12 years' experience in corporate or commercial law post-admission
* Strong understanding of company law, governance and regulatory compliance
* In-house legal experience preferred, or demonstrated desire to transition from private practice to a commercially focused role
* Ability to manage diverse responsibilities and partner with non-legal stakeholders effectively
* Practical, flexible and resilient individual with strong communication and prioritisation skills
Key Qualifications:
* Advanced knowledge of commercial contract negotiation and review
* Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment