Senior Legal Counsel, Not For Profit 12 Month Opportunity, 8+ Years - Sydney, Australia - Montgomery Advisory

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    Description

    Leading not for profit has a need for a Senior Legal Counsel for a 12 month engagement - broad corporate commercial focus.

    The role

    Our client is seeking a senior level 8+ year PAE in-house senior legal counsel to play a key role in partnering with, and advising stakeholders across the organisation.

    This not for profit offers support services across a range of areas to senior members of the community. Due to growth in the organisation, they are looking for a senior level lawyer to join the in-house legal team on a 12 month engagement.

    The Legal Team

    Our client's legal team focus on a broad range of matters including BAU commercial contracts, construction, real estate, technology, regulatory advice and corporate M&A transactions.

    You will work closely with the General Counsel, the wider legal team, as well as other key stakeholders including Executive, Board, Operational Managers and External Advisers.

    Position Description

    The successful candidate will have 8+ years PAE experience in a broad corporate commercial in-house environment, including:

    • Drafting and reviewing a broad array of commercial contracts.
    • Advising on corporate M&A transactions.
    • Advising on compliance, and regulatory matters.
    • Managing general enquiries from the wider business on policies and procedures.
    • Dispute resolution as required.

    This is an extremely broad role so a desire for a diverse practice is essential.

    In addition, you will have:

    • strong relationship and stakeholder management skills.
    • strong risk assessment capabilities.
    • legal project management skills.
    • have a collaborative working style, strong communication skills.
    • have advanced drafting skills.
    • be adaptable, flexible and commercial in your approach.

    Contact

    For further information, please contact Bill Panourgias on or

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