Head of Legal

7 days ago

Sunshine Coast, Australia Youi Pty Ltd Full time

**Purpose of the role**

Lead a high-performing legal team that blends expertise with commercial insight to support strategic decision-making and responsible risk-taking. This pivotal role shapes a proactive, business-focused legal function, ensuring timely, practical advice that empowers Youi to achieve its goals with confidence and integrity.

**Key priorities**
- Lead and grow a high-performing legal team.
- Deliver practical, business-focused legal advice.
- Streamline legal processes and tools.
- Manage risk to enable smart decision-making.
- Advise on major projects, deals, and regulatory matters.
- Be hands-on with complex legal work.
- Promote a safe and compliant workplace.
- Live and champion Youi’s values.

**About you**
**Experience & Knowledge**:

- Law degree, 10+ years PQE, and a current Australian practising certificate.
- Strong financial services experience (in-house preferred).
- Proven leader of high-performing legal teams.
- Commercial mindset — able to balance opportunity with risk.
- Skilled communicator, negotiator, and trusted advisor across all levels.
- Detail-oriented with sharp analytical skills.
- Resilient, driven, and collaborative — thrives in fast-paced environments.
- Passion for mentoring, coaching, and developing others.
- Commitment to continuous improvement and smarter ways of working.

**Ways of working**

Youi offers a hybrid model: in-office Tuesday to Thursday, remote Mondays and Fridays.

**Sippy Downs & Fortitude Valley**:
This role can be based at either our Headquarters in Sippy Downs or our Fortitude Valley office.
Sippy Downs: Free onsite parking, nearby public transport (bus), and close to shops. Plus, enjoy exclusive HQ perks
Fortitude Valley: Prime location on James St & Ann St, a short walk to the train station, with excellent public transport and proximity to Brisbane’s best restaurants, bars, and shops.

**Why Youi?**

At Youi, we challenge the norm—in both insurance and hiring. With 3,000+ employees, we’re growing fast, driven by diversity, individuality, and a passion for awesome service. Our dynamic, honest, and human-focused team values every contribution. If you’re ready to make a difference, join us
- Work-Life Balance - 22 days of leave (including your birthday), paid volunteer day, and onsite wellness services.
- Wellbeing - Free fitness classes, bike hire, onsite health checks, and a 24/7 employee assistance program. Enjoy social sports, virtual health challenges, and two onsite cafés.
- Financial Perks - 15% insurance discount, retail deals, free footy tickets, and financial wellbeing & health insurance consults.
- Growth & Recognition - Career progression, paid study leave, and an award-winning reward & recognition program.
- Our Internal Talent Acquisition team handles all hiring, and we don’t accept unsolicited resumes sent to hiring managers. *

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