* Leading Financial Services Organisation
* Sydney – Hybrid Working
A unique opportunity has arisen for a Senior Legal Counsel – ideally with a minimum of 6 years’ PAE in the financial services space to join the in-house team of a leading Insurer. Working closely with the General Counsel you will be part of an experienced and established national legal team. You will be involved in delivering high-quality legal services in support of the organisation’s legal response to regulatory change projects and other projects impacting the insurance business.
Your responsibilities will include:
o Stakeholder management including providing strategic and complex advice to internal stakeholders across the business.
o Monitoring legislative/regulatory changes and provision of advice to the business to proactively identify issues which may impact strategy, operational issues, or business processes.
o Develop and deliver training programs for key stakeholders to enhance their understanding of legal constraints and opportunities.
o Providing regular reports and insights to senior management on legal matters affecting insurance operational requirements.
o Providing development and mentoring of junior lawyers.
Profile
The successful candidate will have:
o Ideally a minimum of 6 years PQE gained within a top-tier law firm or leading financial services organisation.
o Previous insurance law experience including knowledge of general insurance products, licensing requirements, dealing with regulators such as ASIC, APRA and AFCA; general commercial contracts; and advisory.
o Commercially minded with strong project management skills.
o Excellent negotiation & communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with both internal & external stakeholders.
Job Offer
In return, you will receive:
o A competitive remuneration package;
o A friendly, collegiate and supportive working environment.
o Flexible working practices.
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