Legal Counsel

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia VMCH Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year
  • Permanent in-house position based in Melbourne, 2 mins from Parliament Station
  • Supportive team | 1 day working from home
  • Enjoy the benefits of Not-For-Profit salary packaging

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our Governance team. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert legal advice and services on a wide range of matters affecting VMCH. You will play a key part in supporting our mission and ensuring compliance, integrity, and best practice across our operations.

What your day may look like:

  • Provide accurate, effective, and efficient legal advice on corporate, employment, privacy, property, and commercial matters.
  • Review, draft, negotiate, and interpret a variety of legal documents, including contracts and tenders.
  • Advise on statutory compliance, regulatory issues, and legal risk management.
  • Support the General Counsel, Company Secretary, and broader Executive on legal matters.
  • Where required, represent VMCH at relevant external jurisdictions.
  • Manage contractual disputes and liaise with external lawyers as required.
  • Deliver education and training on relevant legal issues to staff.
  • Undertake investigations and ensure the integrity and timely completion of investigative processes.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.

Why VMCH?

Because the people we employ make it a great place to work In addition, VMCH will provide you with:

  • A rewarding and supportive work environment.
  • A great location with easy access to public transport, shops, cafes, and bars.
  • Wellbeing initiatives and paid parental leave.
  • An employee assistance program and many corporate benefits.

About you

  • Bachelor of Laws and admission as an Australian Lawyer with a current practising certificate (ongoing).
  • Minimum four years' post-qualification experience, with demonstrated ability to provide legal advice across corporate, commercial, and property law.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent organisational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships and support organisational growth.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
  • Experience in the not-for-profit, community services, disability, or aged care sector will be highly regarded.

To apply

If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close 28 September 2025 at 5:00pm. Interviews may commence prior to the close date.

To work at VMCH, you will be required to supply proof of work rights and an Australian Criminal History Check.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes, emails, and phone calls from recruitment agencies.

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