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Legal Counsel & Company Secretary, Sydney, 8+ Years' PAE
Reference: TT39959
Global Organisation
· Executive Group Member
· Competitive Remuneration
Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with other Executives and line managers at all levels, this role will see you in charge and responsible for Australasia-wide legal issues concerning the company as well as overseeing the duties required of a Company Secretary. You will also be involved with:
· Providing legal advice and assistance to Head Office departments and Regional offices;
· Managing and administering the use of external counsel;
· Managing and administering broker relationship with appointed global insurance broker;
· Developing and providing legal training to relevant parts of the Australasia operations; and
· Mentoring and developing the legal team.
The ideal candidate will have:
· A combination of law firm as well as in-house experience;
· Previous work experience with a multi-national corporation is desirable;
· A great deal of commercial attitude and be hands-on;
· Knowledge of Trade Practices Act, IP, Insurance & public liability law and employment law. Construction law is desirable but not essential;
· Knowledge and experience with company restructuring and acquisitions;
· Knowledge of compliance work is essential i.e. Sarbanes-Oxley reporting requirements;
· Willing and able to be a mentor to existing legal staff and build rapport within the company;
· Mobility and long-term stay is highly desirable. There is overseas secondment opportunity which is encouraged but not compulsory; and
· An enthusiastic and motivated lawyer who will contribute towards the company’s success and growth beyond their particular role.
In return, you will enjoy a challenging work mix within a supportive environment, participate as a member of the Executive Group and play an integral part of the business success. A friendly and confident attitude is also a must-have for this ideal person. Competitive remuneration and on-site parking is available.
Contact Tiffany Tran on 02 9237 2311 to apply for this job or email your CV. If you would like to continue searching for jobs, you can add it to your job bag.