Legal Counsel

5 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia The West Australian Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

The Opportunity
Seven is looking for a
Legal Counsel
(4-8 years PQE) with regulatory and commercial experience to join our team. A strong background in and understanding of the broadcast, online and competition regulatory environment is essential, and an interest in policy development is desirable. You must also have good general commercial legal skills that can be used to support the General Counsel and the Seven Legal team.

Reporting directly to the General Counsel & Director of Regulatory Affairs in Sydney
, this is a unique opportunity for a lawyer who has an interest in the media industry and is attuned to the regulatory landscape in which Seven operates.

What You'll Do

  • Take ownership of compliance, investigations and viewer complaints.
  • Deliver practical regulatory advice aligned with our industry code and other relevant frameworks.
  • Support the Privacy Officer in handling privacy-related issues.
  • Engage confidently with regulators to safeguard trust and integrity.
  • Draft and negotiate a range of commercial agreements that drive outcomes for the business.
  • Contribute to the drafting of government, parliamentary and regulatory submissions and participate in industry-led initiatives shaping policy and practice.
  • Collaborate alongside Seven's senior lawyers and the broader legal team on diverse commercial and regulatory matters.

What You'll Bring
You are an accomplished lawyer with strong verbal and written communication skills and meticulous attention to detail. You're confident, passionate about the evolving media landscape, regulatory frameworks and the mechanics of government, and ready to make a real impact from day one. You'll also have:

  • Completed an undergraduate law degree or JD, and be a qualified lawyer admitted to practice in New South Wales.
  • Minimum of 4-5 years post-qualification experience.
  • Sharp research skills, creative thinking ability, and a strong work ethic.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Life at Seven
At Seven, we connect with more than 17 million Australians every month and we're proud to be one of the most recognised and trusted media brands in the country. Joining our team means being part of a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous growth.

We have a market-leading presence across broadcast, television, publishing and digital through our renowned media businesses: the Seven Network and its affiliate channels 7two, 7mate, 7flix and 7Bravo; 7plus; ; The West Australian; The Sunday Times; The Nightly and Streamer.

Perks & Benefits

7Perks:
Exclusive discounts, wellness perks & recognition programs.


Flexibility:
Generous leave options, including fertility, parental & volunteering leave.


Growth:
Learn your way with , SPARK Mentoring programs & more.

Our Values
We live and lead by: Be Brave. Better Together. Make It Happen.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
From employee advocacy groups to our Reconciliation Action Plan and gender equality certification, we're proud to lead the way in building an authentic, inclusive workplace.

Seven is proud to be the first media company in Australia to receive the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality certification and is a proud partner of UN Women.

Apply Now
If you're ready to contribute to a forward-thinking, results-driven team at the forefront of Australian media, we encourage you to apply

The Seven Network is an equal opportunity employer. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

  • Legal Counsel

    1 day ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Why is this a great role?As a Legal Counsel, you will work as part of an innovative, high-performing team relied on by lawyers and in-house counsel across Australia.This is analternative legal career path, where you will use your legal expertise to influence how the profession accesses and applies the law without the demands of billable hours.You will...

  • Legal Counsel

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    Beacon Legal have partnered with a professional services firm in their search for a new Superannuation Lawyer. They are looking to hire someone at the 3–5 PQE level, to be based in their Sydney office.We're seeking a proactive and motivated superannuation and financial services lawyer to support a dynamic and high-performing legal team. This role offers...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    23 hours ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

    Beacon Legal have partnered with an Australian real estate business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel. They are looking to hire someone at the 5-7 PQE level, to be based in their Sydney office.We're seeking a proactive and motivated real estate or construction lawyer to support a dynamic and expanding legal team. This role offers the opportunity...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Beacon Legal have partnered with a leading Australian investment management business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel here in Sydney.We're seeking a proactive and commercially mindedfunds and investmentlawyer to support a high-performing and collaborative in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work acrossa diverse range of...

  • Legal Counsel

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Legal Counsel - Energy – 12 Month ContractElevate is partnering with a leading Australian utility firm to onboard a Senior Energy Lawyer for a 12-month contract, starting early to mid-October. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a central role in major energy projects across power generation and storage, while working with a high-performing legal...

  • Legal Counsel Transport

    3 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Sharp & Carter Legal Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their team and provide trusted legal guidance across the organisation. In this pivotal role, you'll ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations while supporting commercial outcomes. You'll advise on all contractual matters with customers and suppliers—both pre‑ and...

  • Legal Counsel

    3 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Join One of the Fastest-Growing Legal Firms in the APAC Region – in Partnership with ElevateRole Overview:This is an exciting opportunity for aLegal Counselto join one of the fastest-growing legal firms in the APAC region, in partnership with Elevate.Based in Sydney (with flexibility for a hybrid working model), this part-time contract role offers an ideal...

  • Legal Counsel – Payments

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing Full time $120,000 - $250,000 per year

    Role Overview:A top-tier law firm has partnered with Elevate to offer a fantastic opportunity to join a leading financial institution for a secondment on an eight-month contract. The role will involve providing expert advice on legal matters related to transaction banking for business customers, including digital channels, payments, receivables, and...

  • In-house Legal Counsel

    5 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Elevate Flexible Legal Resourcing Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    In-house Legal Counsel (Competition Law) – Fixed-Term ContractAbout the Role:Elevate has partnered with a renowned retail group to onboard a skilled Competition Lawyer (3+ years PQE) for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role focuses on a niche intersection of competition and property law, driven by upcoming regulatory changes effective 1 January.The...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Dovetail Legal Solutions Pty Ltd Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    SUMMARYInterim opportunity for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a leading infrastructure services provider on an initial 3-month contract, with potential to extend to 6 months. Based in Sydney or Melbourne, the role involves tendering and contract negotiations across multiple sectors, with hybrid working available.THE COMPANYThis organisation...