4 results for General Counsel in Sydney, New South Wales

Junior Legal Counsel

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
83000 - 95000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">Junior Legal Counsel - Local Government Company | Sydney CBDThe Company<ul><li>Join a well-respected local government organisation based in the heart of Sydney CBD.</li><li>Committed to serving the community and upholding the highest standards in public sector delivery.</li><li>Collaborative culture that values professional development, inclusion, and work-life balance.</li><li>A supportive legal team, dedicated to mentoring and growing early career legal professionals.</li></ul>The Role<ul><li>Assist with the drafting, review and negotiation of contracts, agreements and other legal documents.</li><li>Provide timely and practical legal advice to a range of internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policies.</li><li>Support the legal team in managing risk, resolving disputes, and interpreting legislation affecting council operations.</li><li>Conduct research and prepare legal opinions on local government matters including procurement, property, planning and regulatory issues.</li><li>Help monitor and implement changes in relevant legislation and policies.</li><li>Liaise with external counsel and stakeholders as required.</li><li>Support the wider legal and governance team on projects as they arise.</li></ul>About You<ul><li>Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), admitted or eligible for admission as a solicitor in NSW.</li><li>Up to 2 years' post-admission experience, ideally with exposure to government, property, or commercial law (including work placements or internships).</li><li>Strong communication skills with an ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal colleagues.</li><li>Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and time management.</li><li>A collaborative team player with a flexible, proactive approach and willingness to learn.</li><li>Professional, ethical, and committed to public service values.</li></ul> Ready to launch your legal career with a team that values your growth? Apply now to join a collaborative and purpose-driven environment.Reference Number: (06800-0013391738)This is a hybrid position.</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFycmVuLktpbmdzdG9uLjIyMjE0LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-04-17T02:41:07Z

Legal Counsel (Part Time) | Global Financial Services Firm

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
140000 - 180000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">An established global financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Part-Time Legal Counsel to join its APAC legal team in a part-time capacity. This is a senior, business-facing role supporting operations across Australia and New Zealand, while also collaborating with international stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.This opportunity would suit a commercially minded lawyer looking for flexibility while remaining involved in high-quality legal work within a sophisticated and collaborative environment. The OpportunityYou will provide strategic and practical legal support across a broad range of commercial, corporate and regulatory matters. Acting as a trusted advisor to the business, you will partner with operational teams and senior management to help manage legal risk, support governance obligations, and contribute to key business initiatives.The role offers exposure to cross-border legal work, investment and fiduciary services, and involvement in ongoing business transformation and integration projects. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements and client documentation</li><li>Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders</li><li>Assist with identifying and managing legal and regulatory risks across the business</li><li>Support corporate governance processes, including board and committee matters</li><li>Contribute to regional legal and compliance initiatives within the APAC business</li><li>Liaise with external counsel, advisers and regulatory bodies where required</li><li>Help enhance internal legal processes, templates and document management systems</li><li>Collaborate with international legal teams on global projects and best practice initiatives</li></ul> About You<ul><li>Qualified lawyer in Australia (New Zealand admission advantageous)</li><li>Approximately 4+ years' post-qualification experience</li><li>Strong experience within financial services, funds, fiduciary or corporate services environments</li><li>Background advising on commercial contracts and corporate governance matters</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Able to work independently while maintaining a collaborative approach</li><li>Commercially minded, proactive and solutions focused</li></ul> What's on Offer<ul><li>Flexible part-time working arrangement</li><li>Broad and varied in-house legal role with international exposure</li><li>Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and global teams</li><li>Supportive and collaborative culture</li><li>Long-term career development within a global organisation</li></ul> Reference Number: 60350-0013435782This is a hybrid position.</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amF5ZG9uLmdpbGwuMjAxOTMuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-05-12T05:54:44Z

Senior Legal Counsel | Property & Construction

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
180000 - 200000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">An outstanding opportunity to join a privately owned, highly profitable property development and construction group delivering large scale, mixed use developments across Sydney.This organisation has built a strong reputation for quality and delivery, with a substantial pipeline of residential and commercial projects already underway. With continued growth, they are looking to add a Senior Legal Counsel to their in house legal team. The OpportunityReporting directly to a highly regarded General Counsel, this is a hands on, senior role offering genuine breadth and exposure across the full property development lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leadership and operational teams, playing a key role in shaping commercial outcomes across major projects.This role would suit a property focused lawyer seeking:<ul><li>Broader commercial exposure</li><li>Increased autonomy and senior stakeholder access</li><li>A long term, career building in house position</li></ul> Key ResponsibilitiesYou will advise on a wide range of property, construction, and commercial matters, including:<ul><li>Acquisitions and disposals, leasing, finance, construction, and development projects</li><li>Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of property and commercial contracts</li><li>Overseeing due diligence processes and identifying legal and commercial risks</li><li>Partnering with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver pragmatic legal advice</li><li>Supporting dispute and litigation matters as required</li><li>Mentoring and supporting junior legal team members</li></ul>About YouTo be successful in this role, you will bring:<ul><li>At least 5 years PQE as a property or property/commercial lawyer (law firm or in house)</li><li>Strong knowledge of property and construction law and market practice</li><li>Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills</li><li>The ability to work autonomously in a fast paced, commercial environment</li><li>Litigation experience is advantageous but not essential</li></ul>Why This Role?<ul><li>Highly profitable, fast growing property group with a strong project pipeline</li><li>Direct access to a top tier General Counsel and senior leadership</li><li>Broad, end to end exposure across major developments</li><li>Lean legal team - real responsibility and influence</li><li>Office located next to a major station (CBD fringe), with practical flexibility</li></ul> If you're looking for a senior in house role that offers real scope, visibility, and long term career growth, this is an opportunity well worth exploring. Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: (Input Job Order no \06800-0013430123)This is an ON SITE POSITION.</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFycmVuLktpbmdzdG9uLjYwMzAxLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-01T05:59:30Z

Head of Legal - Hybrid Working

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
215000 - 230000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The Company<ul><li>Our client is a well-established financial services organisation with a strong presence in the Australian market.</li><li>Based in Sydney CBD, this is a permanent hybrid opportunity offering flexibility along with strong executive visibility.</li><li>The business is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation, creating a genuine opportunity for a senior legal leader to shape strategy and influence key commercial decisions.</li><li>You'll join a collaborative and high-performing environment where legal is seen as a strategic business partner, not just a support function.</li><li>This is an opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and make a meaningful impact across governance, risk, regulatory and commercial matters.</li></ul> The Role<ul><li>Lead the legal function and provide trusted, commercially focused advice across the business.</li><li>Partner with executive stakeholders on a broad range of legal, regulatory, governance and strategic matters.</li><li>Oversee legal risk management and ensure the business operates in line with relevant financial services laws, regulations and industry obligations.</li><li>Support the business on major commercial agreements, strategic projects, policy development and corporate initiatives.</li><li>Provide guidance on regulatory change and help the organisation navigate an evolving compliance landscape.</li><li>Drive best practice across legal operations, frameworks and processes to improve efficiency and reduce risk.</li><li>Manage external counsel relationships and budget, ensuring high-quality advice and value for the business.</li><li>Contribute to board and executive reporting, with input across governance and corporate decision-making.</li><li>Mentor and lead the legal team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement. </li></ul> About You<ul><li>You are an experienced senior legal leader with a strong background in financial services, ideally gained in-house or in a highly relevant regulated environment.</li><li>You bring deep knowledge of regulatory, corporate, commercial and governance matters within a complex business setting.</li><li>You are confident advising senior executives and board-level stakeholders, with the credibility to influence and challenge when needed.</li><li>You combine technical strength with commercial judgement and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.</li><li>You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day legal support.</li><li>You have strong leadership capability and enjoy developing teams while building trusted relationships across the business.</li><li>You are admitted to practice in Australia and have a solid understanding of the legal and regulatory framework impacting financial services organisations.</li><li>You are looking for a visible, career-defining role where you can lead from the front and help shape the future direction of the business.</li></ul> Reference Number: (06800-0013352902). This is a hybrid position.</td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bWFyay5iZW5uZXR0LjIxMzE0LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-05-06T23:14:12Z