About Roy Morgan
Roy Morgan is Australia’s most reputable and longest established market research and data company, with an unparalleled reputation for reliable, accurate, meaningful data. At the forefront of data and research innovation since 1941, today Roy Morgan continues to provide accurate and independent information insights to leading Australian and international companies and governments, as well as partnering with these same companies on bespoke data applications and technology development.
About The Role
As our in-house Lawyer, you will work closely with our CEO, the Executive and key internal stakeholders in providing legal advice in support of our business and legal entities. This is an exciting opportunity with ground pass access across our business and advising on a range of commercial, compliance, regulatory and workplace relation matters.
Under the guidance of our CEO and Group Legal Counsel, your key responsibilities are:
* Provide legal advice and counsel to internal stakeholders on a range of commercial and workplace relations matters as well as legal, compliance, security/privacy and statutory interpretation of law, regulations, contracts and agreements
* Prepare, draft and review legal and commercial documents, including contracts, agreements, submissions, letters and general correspondence
* Conduct comprehensive legal research and analysis to develop effective legal strategies, as required
* Professionally represent the company in courts (including FWC), arbitrations, and administrative proceedings, as required
* Stay abreast of industry developments and changes in legislation to ensure accurate and up-to-date legal guidance
About You
Ideally, your skills and experience should include:
* Australian law degree with admission as a legal practitioner
* Minimum of 3+ years post-qualification experience gained in a commercial/corporate environment as well as experience in dealing with workplace relations matters
* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills as well as exceptional drafting skills targeted to the audience, internally and externally
* Demonstrate commercial acumen and exceptional analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
* Highly developed stakeholder management skills
* Highly organised, able to manage your own work and multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining the highest standards of work
* Able to work autonomously, as part of a team and collaboratively
* A keen desire to learn about our business, our industry in general, the way we do our work and how legal services are provided in that context, including to our related entities; and
Our Offer to You
We believe in investing in our people and when you join us, you can expect:
* Vibrant work culture
* Competitive salary package
* Professional growth and mentorship
* Autonomy in your work
* Company social events, including Friday night activities
* Company EAP service
* Benefits including entertainment events, annual flu vaccine, discounted MYKI passes, and corporate discount for health insurance
Roy Morgan values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects our community. We encourage diversity and recognise the enrichment diversity brings to our business and people - whether its diversity of skill, experience and/or background. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
This is a fantastic in-house opening and if it sounds like your next opportunity, then apply now!