About the Company
This purpose-driven, instantly recognisable organisation plays a vital role in their unique industry sector. With a strong reputation for integrity, collaboration and service excellence, the organisation operates at scale, works closely with a broad range of stakeholders, and is committed to delivering fair and transparent outcomes for the communities it serves.
About the role
In this standalone role, you will be reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, providing strategic legal leadership across a diverse range of commercial, governance, regulatory and operational matters. Acting as a trusted adviser to the executive team and board, you will oversee legal risk, commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, privacy, cyber security and employment law matters. You will lead complex negotiations, manage disputes, support governance frameworks, and partner with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions that enable informed decision-making and support organisational objectives.
Skills & experience
To be successful, you will be an experienced legal practitioner with a current Australian practising certificate and approximately 10-15 years' post admission gained in-house, private practice or a combination of both. You will bring strong expertise across commercial contracting, governance, privacy, cyber security, employment law and regulatory compliance, together with outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience advising charities or not-for-profit or other purpose-led organisations will be highly regarded.
What’s in it for you
Working in the NFP sector, you are eligible for a raft of additional benefits in addition to a competitive salary package. In return, you will receive a competitive package and hybrid working arrangements, above-market superannuation contributions, generous leave entitlements and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution within an organisation with a clear social purpose.
For further information please contact Kirsten Garrett, Manager, Legal Recruitment, 02 8270 9720.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
