At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide practical legal advice and support strategic initiatives across Australia and New Zealand.
- Company: Join a leading organisation representing over 140,000 financial professionals.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, career growth opportunities, and a focus on wellbeing.
- Other info: Be part of a certified Great Place to Work® with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working in a collaborative and diverse environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of legal experience and strong corporate law expertise required.
The predicted salary is between 113400 - 138600 $ per year.
Join the high-performing and collaborative in-house legal team at Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, you’ll provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice that enables the organisation to achieve its strategic objectives while protecting its reputation, assets and brands. This is a broad and influential role where you’ll partner with stakeholders across the organisation and advise on commercial agreements, privacy, consumer law, intellectual property, governance, regulatory compliance, litigation, digital initiatives and technology matters.
Key responsibilities
- Provide clear, practical legal advice on complex commercial, regulatory and governance matters
- Draft, review and negotiate complex agreements and support strategic initiatives across Australia, New Zealand and other key markets
- Identify and manage legal risk while enabling innovation, growth and informed commercial decision-making
- Advise on privacy, consumer law, intellectual property, governance, litigation, digital and technology initiatives, and professional standards
- Build trusted stakeholder relationships and influence outcomes across a diverse and complex organisation
- Support the management of external counsel and support the efficient delivery of high-quality legal services
- Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and provide strategic insights to the organisation
- Improve how legal support is delivered through innovation, technology, knowledge sharing and process improvement
About you
- 5+ years of post-qualification experience gained within a leading corporate or commercial law firm and/or a comparable in-house role
- A law degree, LLB or JD, and admission as a solicitor in NSW with a current Practising Certificate, ideally without a supervision condition
- Strong corporate and commercial law expertise, including contract drafting, negotiation, governance and regulatory compliance
- Experience with cross-border privacy compliance, including GDPR, Corporations Act matters and broader regulatory issues
- An understanding of the Australian and New Zealand regulatory landscape
- Strong commercial judgement and the ability to balance legal risk with organisational objectives
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
- The ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment
- A proactive and adaptable approach, with a commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing
About us
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) represent more than 140,000 financial professionals, supporting them to make a difference in the communities in which they work and live. We are committed to advancing the profession through high ethical standards, delivering world class services and education, and advocating for the public good. Guided by our purpose and values, we aspire to be a magnet for diverse talent, equip our members for success, and lead the way in sustainability, innovation, and trust in business and finance.
What’s in it for you
- At CA ANZ, we’re committed to fostering a workplace that reflects our values of collaboration, integrity, diversity and accountability.
- We actively support your work–life wellbeing through leading policies and practices, including flexible work arrangements, parental leave and carer support—helping you thrive both at work and at home.
- A strong focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion embedded in everything we do
- Opportunities to grow your career through inspiring learning and development pathways
- A flexible hybrid work model that balances autonomy with the benefits of in-person collaboration
- Culture that values your voice and empowers you to make an impact in your community and profession
- Work for a certified Great Place to Work® (global recognition based on anonymous feedback from our people)
- The chance to contribute to meaningful work that creates real impact for people across Aotearoa and Australia, and wherever our members work
Senior Legal Counsel in Sydney employer: Chartered Accountants
Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will have access to professional development opportunities while working alongside a high-performing legal team in a supportive environment. Located in the vibrant regions of Australia and New Zealand, CA ANZ provides a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on the profession while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
