Legal Counsel and Company Secretary

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia u&u Recruitment Partners Full time

u&u Recruitment Partners are currently partnering with an organisation which strives to provide employment services to people living with disabilities. This not-for-profit organisation has been operating for well over 50 years and provides financial advice, support and assistance to encourage their independence.

About the role

Guiding the organisation on legal issues across a range of law sectors;
Co-ordinate and arrange Board Meetings, Committee Meetings and arrange the agenda Annual General Meeting;
Take, prepare and distribute all Board and Committee meeting minutes and action as necessary;
Prepare and distribute the annual report in line with regulatory requirements;
Report obligations to the ACNC, ASIC, OAIC in line with the relevant legislation;
Provide clear and succinct professional written and oral corporate and commercial legal advice that supports the

strategic objectives of the organisation;
Have input and guide the improvement of processes, administration and polices throughout the organisation;
Manage legal claims including professional indemnity, public liability and commercial disputes when needed; and

Contribute and improve the organisation's risk management, risk assessments and compliance;
About you

5+ years post admission experience required;
Well-developed knowledge of corporate and commercial law with a proven success record;
Acute commercial acumen with a high level of negotiation, drafting, analytical and organizational skills;
Demonstrated experience as a Company Secretary;
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills;
Admission to practice law within Australia; and

Up-to-date COVID Vaccination as required by government guidelines.

Please submit your resume in Word format only.

Sam Walters.

GENERAL MANAGER & PARTNER, MELBOURNE

Get in touch
Call me on 03 9437 4810
Visit me at the Melbourne offices
Connect with me on LinkedIn



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