At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice, draft contracts, and support regulatory compliance.
- Company: Well-established general insurer with a global backing.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work, strong mentorship, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Gain broad in-house legal exposure and shape your legal career.
- Qualifications: Australian qualified lawyer with 2-5 years PQE in relevant fields.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
We’re partnering with a well-established general insurer to appoint a Legal Counsel into their Melbourne-based in‑house team. This is a broad, hands‑on role working closely with a highly regarded Head of Legal & Company Secretary, supporting legal advisory across the business while playing a key role in regulatory, commercial and governance matters.
Main focus areas:
- Provide pragmatic legal advice to senior stakeholders across the business
- Support AFS licensing obligations and broader financial services regulatory compliance
- Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts with third parties and suppliers
- Advise on Corporations Act, insurance legislation and Australian Consumer Law
- Liaise with regulators including APRA, ASIC and AFCA
- Support legal aspects of projects, submissions and business initiatives
- Work closely with Risk & Governance on cross‑functional matters
- Drive continuous improvement across legal processes, workflows and knowledge management
The ideal candidate:
- Australian qualified lawyer with an unrestricted practising certificate
- 2 - 5 PQE (flexible) across financial services, insurance or corporate/commercial law
- Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (AFSL, Corporations Act, insurance)
- Ability to translate technical legal advice into clear, commercial outcomes
- Confident stakeholder manager with strong communication skills
- Comfortable working autonomously in a lean, collaborative team
Key selling points:
- Broad, end‑to‑end in‑house legal exposure (not siloed)
- Strong mentorship from their experienced Head of Legal and Senior Legal Counsel
- Stable, well‑backed organisation with global backing
- Flexible hybrid working environment
- Genuine opportunity to grow and shape your in‑house legal career
Legal Counsel employer: FourQuarters Recruitment
Join a leading infrastructure and services group in Sydney's Western Suburbs, where you will be part of a high-performing team dedicated to excellence and innovation. The company prioritises employee growth through continual learning and development opportunities, ensuring that you can advance your career while contributing to exciting projects and acquisitions. With a supportive work culture and a focus on collaboration, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
