Legal Counsel
Brisbane City Office | Hybrid Working
An exciting opportunity exists for a Legal Counsel to join a growing organisation in the funds management sector, working across a broad mix of corporate, commercial, regulatory and investment-related matters.
This is an excellent opportunity for a corporate or commercial lawyer looking to make the move in-house, or an existing in-house lawyer seeking broader exposure. Previous funds management experience is not essential, with the team open to lawyers from a range of corporate and commercial backgrounds who are keen to develop their knowledge in this space.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, you'll provide practical and commercially focused legal support across the business.
Responsibilities include:
- Advising on a broad range of corporate and commercial legal matters
- Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and legal documentation
- Supporting new business initiatives, projects and product development
- Providing practical legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Supporting corporate, regulatory and governance matters
- Assisting with the implementation of legislative and regulatory changes
- Working closely with Product, Compliance and Company Secretariat teams
- Developing your knowledge of investment products and the funds management environment
About You
You'll be a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys working closely with stakeholders and is looking for an opportunity to broaden your experience in-house.
You'll ideally offer:
- 3–5 years post-admission experience
- Corporate and/or commercial legal experience, gained in private practice or in-house
- Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical and problem-solving skills
- The confidence to work across a broad range of legal and commercial matters
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building capability
- A practical, commercial and collaborative approach
- An interest in developing your knowledge of funds management and investment products
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to transition from private practice into an in-house environment
- Broad corporate and commercial legal exposure
- Exposure to investment products and funds management, with the opportunity to build specialist knowledge
- Direct mentorship from an experienced Senior Legal Counsel
- Strong pipeline of business and strategic projects
- Collaborative and experienced legal team
- Competitive salary and long-term career development opportunities
For more information, please contact Savannah Crydon on 07 3854 3806 or savannah.crydon@perigongroup.com.au
