Senior Legal Counsel jobs in Sydney, New South Wales

Senior Legal Counsel | Financial Services

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
200000 - 250000 AUD / Yearly
Reference Number: 60350-0013506359This is a hybrid position.Senior Legal CounselJoin a leading, highly regulated organisation as a Senior Legal Counsel and play a key role in providing commercially focused legal advice across a broad and complex business.Reporting to senior leadership, you will act as a trusted legal advisor to senior stakeholders, supporting commercial activities, strategic initiatives, transactions, governance and regulatory matters. You will work closely with business leaders to navigate complex legal issues, manage risk and deliver practical solutions that support the organisation's commercial objectives.This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to work across a diverse range of legal matters while influencing business decisions and contributing to the ongoing development of the legal function.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Provide commercially focused legal advice across corporate, commercial, regulatory, privacy, consumer and operational matters.</li><li>Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including technology, procurement, outsourcing, confidentiality and strategic arrangements.</li><li>Support complex legal initiatives and strategic projects, identifying legal risks and providing practical solutions.</li><li>Advise senior stakeholders on legal and regulatory obligations, emerging risks, governance matters and legislative change.</li><li>Oversee litigation, disputes, investigations and external legal providers, including legal expenditure and service delivery.</li><li>Contribute to legal risk management, governance frameworks, policies, training and continuous improvement across the organisation.</li></ul>Skills, Experience and Qualifications<ul><li>Australian-admitted solicitor with 5+ years' post-admission experience gained in private practice, in-house or a highly regulated environment.</li><li>Strong corporate and commercial legal experience, with exposure to regulatory, privacy, consumer or governance matters.</li><li>Must have financial services experience.</li><li>Demonstrated experience advising senior executives and stakeholders on complex legal, commercial and regulatory matters.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen, judgement and ability to balance legal and regulatory risk with business objectives.</li><li>Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical and commercially focused advice.</li></ul>You must have full working rights in Australia in order to apply for this role. No sponsorship available.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/amF5ZG9uLmdpbGwuNzk1NTAuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-15T23:45:16Z

HR Business Partner - Compliance & Transformation

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Contract/Temporary
200000 - 200000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The company:Our client is a well-established multinational organisation with a significant Australian workforce and a complex operating environment.They are undertaking a major uplift across their people, employment compliance and manager capability frameworks and are looking for an experienced HR professional to take the lead across several high-priority projects.This is a role for someone who brings deep employee relations expertise, strong employment law knowledge and the confidence to navigate complex, sensitive and sometimes ambiguous people matters. The role:<ul><li>Lead a significant employee relations and employment compliance portfolio, providing practical advice across complex ER matters, employment legislation, awards, classifications, contracts and employee risk.</li><li>Review and strengthen the organisation's Australian HR compliance framework, including award coverage, employment arrangements, payroll compliance and remediation of identified gaps.</li><li>Lead the people-related components of a broader AML/CTF regulatory uplift, including role classification, employee screening, training, governance and remediation.</li><li>Partner closely with Legal, Risk, Compliance, Payroll and senior HR stakeholders to assess risk, validate findings and implement practical, sustainable controls.</li><li>Identify and manage potential employee, financial and regulatory exposure, including developing remediation plans where required and ensuring issues are appropriately documented and closed.</li><li>Review and enhance HR policies, processes, contracts, documentation and employee lifecycle controls to ensure they are legally sound and fit for purpose.</li><li>Develop and embed a manager capability program covering employment law, procedural fairness, protected rights, complaint management, decision-making and when to involve HR.</li><li>Provide clear, commercially minded advice to senior stakeholders and bring structure, momentum and sound judgement to a complex six-month transformation program.</li></ul> About you:<ul><li>Strong employee relations experience is essential - you will be comfortable navigating complex ER matters, employment legislation, workplace investigations, performance, conduct, grievances and sensitive employee issues.</li><li>Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, modern awards, classifications, contracts and associated compliance obligations.</li><li>Experience working in a complex, regulated or highly structured organisation, ideally across a broad HR or people-risk portfolio.</li><li>Demonstrated experience leading HR compliance, remediation, governance or transformation projects from assessment through to implementation.</li><li>Confident partnering with senior leaders, Legal, Payroll, Risk and Compliance, with the ability to translate complex requirements into practical action.</li><li>Highly credible, pragmatic and commercially minded, with excellent judgement and the ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.</li><li>Comfortable operating autonomously, bringing structure to ambiguity and taking ownership of a substantial project portfolio.</li></ul> What's on offer:<ul><li>6-month contract with a well-established multinational organisation.</li><li>A broad and genuinely interesting portfolio spanning employee relations, employment compliance, regulatory uplift and manager capability.</li><li>High-level exposure across HR, Legal, Risk, Compliance and senior business stakeholders.</li><li>The opportunity to make a tangible impact by strengthening frameworks, resolving identified risks and embedding sustainable ways of working.</li><li>Flexible working environment and a collaborative, professional culture.</li><li>Immediate start preferred.</li></ul> If this sounds like you, please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.This is a hybrid position.Reference number: 06800-0013517514 </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/ZW1tYS5zZXN0aWMuNjQwMjEuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-01T07:08:45Z

Head of Governance & Company Secretariat

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
250000 - 300000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The CompanyLead a high-performing governance practice advising ASX-listed organisations across Australia.An established professional services organisation is seeking a senior corporate governance leader to drive the growth and success of its governance and company secretariat offering. This is a rare opportunity to combine strategic leadership, business development and hands-on company secretarial expertise within a highly respected national team.Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead a team of governance professionals while acting as a trusted adviser to boards, executives and listed company stakeholders.The OpportunityAs the Head of Governance & Company Secretariat, you will be responsible for the strategic direction, operational performance and continued growth of a specialist governance practice.You will lead a team delivering high-quality company secretarial and governance services to a portfolio of listed organisations, while also maintaining direct involvement with key client relationships and complex governance matters.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and grow a specialist governance and company secretariat practice across Australia.</li><li>Develop new business opportunities and strengthen referral networks across legal, accounting and advisory channels.</li><li>Advise boards and senior executives on corporate governance and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Oversee continuous disclosure requirements and governance matters relating to ASX-listed entities.</li><li>Attend board and committee meetings and prepare high-quality minutes, resolutions and governance documentation.</li><li>Support annual general meetings, board processes and shareholder engagement activities.</li><li>Drive operational excellence, process improvement and technology adoption across the practice.</li><li>Manage financial performance, budgeting, forecasting and commercial outcomes.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of governance professionals.</li></ul>About YouTo be successful in this role, you will bring:<ul><li>Extensive experience as a Company Secretary, Senior Company Secretary or corporate governance adviser supporting listed entities.</li><li>Deep knowledge of ASX Listing Rules, the Corporations Act and Australian corporate governance frameworks.</li><li>Significant experience advising boards, board committees and executive leadership teams.</li><li>Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with exposure to business development, client relationship management and practice growth.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>A strategic mindset combined with a practical, hands-on approach.</li><li>Relevant qualifications in Law, Commerce, Governance or a related discipline.</li><li>Governance Institute of Australia membership or equivalent professional accreditation will be highly regarded.</li></ul> Why Apply?<ul><li>Senior leadership position with significant influence and visibility.</li><li>Opportunity to lead and shape a growing national governance practice.</li><li>Exposure to a premium client base, including listed and complex organisations.</li><li>Collaborative, supportive and high-performing culture.</li><li>Ability to influence strategy, innovation and service delivery.</li><li>Competitive executive remuneration package.</li></ul>Next StepsIf you're interested in exploring this opportunity further, please submit your resume via the Apply button.Your application will be assessed within 3 working days. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Reference Number:60350-0013518397This 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/RGFycmVuLktpbmdzdG9uLjAxODAyLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-10-02T05:54:38Z

Corporate Credit Analyst

Sydney CBD, New South Wales
remote
Permanent placement
130000 - 140000 AUD / Yearly
Corporate Credit Analyst | $130,000-$140,000 + Super + BonusImportant: This role requires previous corporate/institutional lending or asset/equipment finance experience, with a proven DLA. A DLA of at least $500K is imperative.An exciting opportunity has become available for a Corporate Credit Analyst to join a global financial services organisation specialising in asset and equipment finance.Based in Sydney CBD, this is a newly created position within a growing Corporate Credit team, supporting $5m-$80m transactions across a range of established industries.The OpportunityReporting to an experienced Credit Manager, you will assess complex corporate credit applications and provide recommendations that balance commercial objectives with sound risk management.You will be responsible for:<ul><li>Conducting detailed financial analysis and credit assessments for new and existing corporate customers</li><li>Analysing financial, asset, market, security, legal and contractual risks</li><li>Preparing high-quality credit applications and recommendations</li><li>Presenting applications to senior credit decision-makers and Credit Committees</li><li>Assessing customer, vendor and dealer relationships and their associated risks</li><li>Reviewing and monitoring customer and counterparty credit profiles</li><li>Working closely with Sales, Account Management, Risk, Legal, Asset Management and other internal stakeholders</li><li>Supporting credit policy, risk management and process improvements</li><li>Providing credit and risk guidance to stakeholders across the business</li></ul>What We're Looking ForThe key requirement is genuine corporate/institutional lending or asset/equipment finance experience, ideally within a vendor or dealer finance environment.You will have:<ul><li>At least 5 years' relevant experience in asset/equipment finance, corporate lending or institutional lending</li><li>Proven DLA experience of at least $500K - imperative</li><li>Strong financial analysis and credit assessment skills</li><li>Experience assessing larger and more complex corporate transactions</li><li>Strong understanding of credit risk, security and documentation</li><li>Strong PPSR knowledge and application</li><li>The ability to write clear, commercially minded credit papers</li><li>Confidence presenting credit recommendations to Credit Committees</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>The ability to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines</li></ul>A degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline is preferred.Why Join?<ul><li>Join a large global financial services organisation backed by a major international banking group</li><li>Work within a supportive and collaborative Credit team with significant opportunities to develop your technical and commercial credit expertise</li><li>Gain exposure to $5m-$80m corporate transactions across a broad range of industries</li><li>Flat, collaborative structure with direct exposure to experienced credit leadership</li><li>CBD location with easy commuting options</li><li>Flexible working arrangements</li><li>Career development and extensive learning opportunities</li><li>Health, wellbeing and community initiatives</li></ul>Salary: $130,000-$140,000 + super + bonus, with flexibility for the right candidate.If you're an experienced Corporate Credit Analyst, Credit Analyst or similar professional with a strong corporate/institutional lending or asset finance background and established DLA, we'd be keen to hear from you.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/amFjay5oYXNsYW0uNzIwMDEuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-10-01T00:38:05Z

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