At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on employee equity plans and governance projects for major companies.
- Company: Join EY, a global leader in professional services with a diverse culture.
- Benefits: Flexible work arrangements, competitive salary, wellness incentives, and generous parental leave.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for career growth and development.
- Why this job: Shape your career while making a real impact in corporate law and governance.
- Qualifications: Experience in corporate law and strong advisory skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world.
The opportunity
As one of our market‑leading Reward team’s legal advisers you’ll work alongside our executive remuneration, total reward, transaction and tax specialists on employee equity plan and remuneration related legal and governance projects. We advise major ASX‑listed groups as well as early‑stage businesses and established private companies on all aspects of employee and executive reward. This is a hybrid position based in either Naarm – Melbourne or Warrang – Sydney. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Helping clients design and successfully implement equity‑based incentive plans, drafting plan documents and providing legal / regulatory advice
- Supporting on a range of legal and governance “head office” advice including AGMs, executive appointments and terminations, and Corporations Act / Listing Rule compliance
- Supporting junior members of the team develop their legal expertise
Skills and attributes for success
- Experience gained in a consulting, law firm or other professional services organisation
- Strong legal advisory and drafting skills, ideally with some experience in the area of corporate law, governance and employee equity plans
- Excellent time and people management capabilities
What we offer you
At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.
Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences.
Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.
A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family‑friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender‑neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders—past, present, and emerging.
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
Lawyer in Sydney employer: EY
At EY, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters inclusivity and professional growth. With flexible work arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous parental leave and wellness incentives, we empower our employees to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in the Oceania Data Office and be part of a global team dedicated to shaping a better working world through innovative data management practices.
