Senior Legal Counsel (Litigation)

Rare in-house litigation opportunity within a leading financial services business.

Your new company
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced litigation lawyer to join the legal team of a leading global financial services organisation on a 12-month contract.Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will play a key role in managing significant disputes, litigation and regulatory matters across Australia and New Zealand. This position offers a rare opportunity to move in-house while maintaining a strong disputes focus, working closely with senior stakeholders and external counsel on matters that have a direct impact on the business.The role will see you:

• Managing and strategically advising on commercial disputes and litigation matters
• Working closely with regulators and responding to regulatory enquiries
• Briefing and managing external counsel
• Identifying, assessing and escalating legal risks
• Advising on matters arising under financial services legislation, including the Corporations Act
• Supporting the wider business with legal and regulatory issues as required
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to a high-performing legal team

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced litigation lawyer with approximately 9+ years' post-admission experience, ideally gained within a leading law firm, financial institution or regulatory environment.
You will bring:

• Strong commercial litigation experience
• Exposure to financial services, banking, insurance or regulatory disputes
• Experience dealing with complex regulatory frameworks and the Corporations Act
• Experience gained at a reputable firm and/or similar in-house role
• The ability to provide commercially pragmatic advice to senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong judgement, initiative and problem-solving capabilities

What you'll get in return

Rare opportunity to develop your litigation experience in-house High-quality disputes and regulatory work Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Collaborative and supportive team culture Strong work-life balance Work for a sophisticated global financial services company Competitive salary package 12 month fixed term contract

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura on laura.keegan@hays.com.au
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