Senior Legal Counsel

1 month ago

City Of Port Adelaide Enfield, Australia ASC External Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel to join our team at ASC External. As a key member of our legal team, you will provide quality, practical, and commercial legal advice and services on various legal matters and contracts in relation to all of ASC's business activities.

Responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice and support to ASC's various business units in relation to legal compliance and legal risk management, including issues such as intellectual property, work health and safety, environment, quality, information systems, privacy, nuclear regulation, corporate governance, government business enterprise, export controls, employment, and equal opportunity.
  • Draft, review, and provide expert legal advice on a broad range of commercial contracts and dealings, including contracts relating to procurement, sponsorship, NDAs, joint ventures, property, and disputes.
  • Assist with the preparation of, and maintain and update precedents and templates, as well as policies and procedures.
  • Take an active role in educating the business in relation to legal issues that are relevant to ASC, including delivering training on legal topics.
  • Manage any disputes involving ASC and briefing external solicitors where required.
  • Maintain an in-depth understanding of current legislative requirements, relevant legislative changes, legal best practice, and any specific legal and compliance issues that affect ASC.
  • Undertake investigations as required under ASC policies and relevant legislation.
About You
  • Bachelor of Laws, Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent) and be admitted to practice law in South Australia.
  • Excellent verbal communication and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
  • Ability to work autonomously, influence, and engage with multiple stakeholders across the business.
  • A minimum of 3 years' post-admission experience for Legal Counsel roles and a minimum of 5 years' for Senior Legal Counsel roles (preferably in private practice or some in-house legal experience).
Eligibility

These roles require a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance, and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for these roles is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Benefits
  • Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
  • Flexibility over how, when, and where you work for the best work/life balance.
  • Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
  • Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
  • Subsidized childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
  • Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
  • A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
  • Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

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