Strategic Legal Advisor

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeStrategic Full time $270,000 - $330,000

**Job Opportunity: Strategic Legal Advisor**

The organization seeks a senior legal professional to lead the Group Executive Legal, Risk & Compliance function.

This pivotal role ensures the organization operates within legal boundaries, safeguards its interests, and maintains strong governance practices.

As a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board, this position oversees risk and compliance, ensuring robust controls and proactive responses to industry developments during a period of strategic transformation.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Lead the legal function, providing strategic advice across the business and managing external counsel relationships effectively;
  • Oversee contract governance, ensuring all agreements meet legal and regulatory standards;
  • Monitor legislative changes and guide policy development, including drafting reform proposals and liaising with government stakeholders;
  • Provide legal oversight on major projects, disputes, and risk mitigation strategies;
  • Serve as Board Secretary, managing governance processes, meeting coordination, and board documentation;
  • Advise the Board and CEO on governance, decision-making, and compliance obligations;
  • Lead the risk and compliance function, embedding a strong risk culture and ensuring regulatory alignment;
  • Manage relationships with regulators and industry bodies to support best practice outcomes;
  • Support executive leadership with legal input on strategic initiatives, board reporting, and operational planning;
  • Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a client-focused and commercially aware culture;
  • Drive continuous improvement in legal, governance, and compliance practices;
  • Oversee operational risk management, including fraud prevention, whistleblower policy, and service provider oversight.

**Requirements:**

  • A degree in law and admission to legal practice in Victoria is preferred;
  • Extensive legal experience across both in-house and private practice environments - preferred;
  • A strong understanding and track record working in the superannuation industry is a core requirement;
  • Broad commercial legal expertise advising super funds on a range of matters;
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly in both written and verbal formats, including for Board-level audiences;
  • Proven leadership and people management capabilities.

**What We Offer:**

A competitive compensation package, opportunities for career growth and professional development, and a collaborative work environment that values diversity and inclusion.

**How to Apply:**

Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

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