Legal Counsel, Commercial

Australian Financial Complaints Authority

Melbourne, Australia
On-site
Commercial agreements drafting and negotiation
Corporate and commercial law advice
Litigation risk management
This is a broad, hands-on role where you will advise on corporate and commercial law, including data, AI tools and emerging technologies

Job Summary

  • This is a broad, hands-on role where you will advise on corporate and commercial law, including data, AI tools and emerging technologies.
  • You will provide high-quality legal advice across AFCA’s operations, ensuring our legal obligations are met and risks are well managed, with reputation always front of mind.
  • AFCA offers flexible work options, thoughtful benefits and opportunities to deepen expertise in a diverse, caring culture.

Matching Summary

This is a broad, hands-on role where you will advise on corporate and commercial law, including data, AI tools and emerging technologies.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Commercial agreements drafting and negotiation
  • Corporate and commercial law advice
  • Litigation risk management
  • External counsel management
  • Legal and regulatory change monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Solutions-focused advice delivery
  • Internal legal capability building
  • Progressive thinking and accountability

Key Requirements

  • Law degree and practising certificate
  • Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience
  • Experience managing litigation risk
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Work Rights

Not specified

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