Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel

Department: Legal & Compliance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney

Betashares is one of Australia’s leading financial services brands and a market leader in the exchange traded fund (ETF) industry. ETFs have been one of the fastest growing categories of investment products globally and in Australia over the last decade and the market is set to continue growing strongly in coming years. Betashares currently manages around $50 billion across more than 90 funds providing exposure to a broad range of market indices and asset classes, including Australian and international equities, bonds, cash, commodities, currencies, income strategies and alternatives.

Betashares has also launched Betashares Direct, an online investing platform focused on long-term wealth building and helping all Australians financially progress. Betashares also recently acquired Bendigo and Adelaide Bank’s superannuation business, with a view to developing a market-leading superannuation solution.

Betashares is seeking an energetic, self-motivated legal counsel with strong funds experience to join the team and take their career to the next level. This role will report to the Deputy General Counsel and is a great opportunity to apply previous experience whilst expanding your skillset in an innovative and growing business. You will work closely with other business functions and play an important part in a dynamic organisation.

Role Responsibilities

- Product development and maintenance.
- Preparation and review of offer documents.
- Liaison with key regulators, such as the ASX and ASIC.
- Negotiating agreements with a range of service providers and counterparties.
- Reviewing marketing material and fund collateral.
- Provide legal advice to, and partnering with, various business areas and management.
- Engagement and liaison with external legal advisers.
- Keeping up to date with, and advising the business in relation to, regulatory developments.
- Supporting various business initiatives and projects.
- Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external parties.

Skills & Experience

- Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in a legal role with funds management.
- Strong knowledge of Chapters 5C and 7 of the Corporations Act.
- Exposure to ASX Operating Rules, particularly AQUA products, would be advantageous.
- Must hold a current practicing certificate as a legal practitioner.
- Ability to operate independently and provide legal services with a commercial approach.
- Excellent organisational skills, with a strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional relationship-building skills, fostering strong connections with stakeholders at all levels.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively.

Reasons To Join Us

Betashares believes our most important asset is our people and we are proud of the culture we have built – but we are always striving to be better. We want every Betashares employee to be doing their best work and developing their careers. In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer:

- Continuous career development and training opportunities.
- Access to a health and wellbeing platform with physical, mental, social and financial support programs available.
- Volunteering days off, so you can contribute to a cause that matters to you.
- Conveniently located CBD offices with fully stocked kitchens, team breakfasts and catered lunches on a regular basis.
- Fun and inclusive social events.

Our Values: As our business continues to grow, we’re committed to creating a workplace that gives us all the best opportunity to succeed, and that is enjoyable to be a part of. We prize ambition and drive, but equally we value honesty and humility. We support each other, and we respect our clients and our competitors. Innovation is in our DNA, and we are always looking for better ways to do things and are willing to take measured risks and learn from our mistakes along the way.

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