Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial

Job title : Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial
Location : Sydney
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Adam Kumaraswamy
Contact email : akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1178849
About Our Client

Our Client is Australia’s leading provider of products and services that protect the financial health and wellbeing of more than 50 million Australians.  To achieve this they put their people first, offering incredible benefits supporting their development and growth with a fully flexible work environment, industry leading staff benefits and exposure to fascinating work with some of the best talent in the industry.

About the role
  
As Senior Legal Counsel you will work be a key member of the Legal team; operating under a business partnering model who provide legal support to channels or functions across the broad business. We are seeking candidates who have experience in one or more of the following areas:
  
  • Procurement
  • Insurance
  • Group Insurance
  
The role will also include providing legal advice and support to a range of ancillary and support services functions relevant to his or her business partners and areas of responsibility, but also more generally. 

About You
Some of the attributes you may have that will help you get the most out of this role are the following:
  • Minimum of 6 years’ post-qualification experience, in a commercial legal environment, such as a top tier / high quality mid-tier law firm or quality in-house legal department.
  • Some experience in the financial services sector will be helpful, but not necessary and an opportunity to upskill in a new industry.
  • Commercial contracts experience with a keen eye for detail and risk management.
For a confidential discussion please contact

Adam Kumaraswamy
e: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
m: 0414 223 338