Job Description
About the job
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hawthorn East
Job Category: Banking & Financial Services,Legal
Job Description
We are a purpose-driven bank, owned by our members. Bank First exists to serve the people who serve the education and health communities. Our members put others first, so we put them first.
We have a clear strategic mandate to transform and grow the bank to do more for our members. At Bank First we are empowered to make bold moves to reimagine the way we serve our members.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Legal Counsel to join our team. The role provides first-point-of-contact legal advice across Bank First and supports the delivery of a corporate legal program for the bank.
The Legal Counsel (holding an unrestricted practising certificate) is responsible for reviewing and drafting contracts and member documents, reviewing marketing documentation to ensure compliance with laws, providing legal advice and advising on regulatory obligations and required bank processes and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Senior Legal Counsel to:
Deliver a robust and relevant corporate legal program including providing legal advice to support the Bank;
Review Terms and Conditions, and Contracts and any supporting policies and procedures;
Review of marketing and advertisements, terms and condition documents and other promotional and disclosure documents as required.
Advise on and assist in the preparation of responses to regulators and bodies.
Provide timely advisory services to the business in relation to changes to new products, projects, and new / changed processes to ensure an appropriate focus on compliance obligations and managing legal risks is considered and implemented;
Provide coaching, support and awareness to the business in relation to its legal obligations, and management of legal risks.
About You
You are an Australian qualified lawyer with tertiary qualifications in law from an accredited law school, with a current and unrestricted practising certificate.
You have 2-4 years of corporate legal experience, with top or mid-tier law firm training or in-house, with some in-house legal experience required.
Experience in the financial services industry is desired, but not essential.
Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of drafting and reviewing contracts.
You are a problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You are able to build professional relationships with external stakeholders (ie. lawyers, regulators and industry bodies) and liaise across all levels of the organisation.
What We Offer Our Bank First People
A for-purpose bank committed to helping its members and their community.
Impactful work that will genuinely make an impact in the lives of our members!
Work with values-driven leaders, who actively develop talent and support you to grow your career.
Work-life balance and flexibility, so you can work in a way that best suits you and your commitments outside of work.
Hybrid working from our offices to connect and collaborate, as well as focused time at home.
Competitive remuneration with extensive leave options, well-being reimbursement and free on-site parking!
To apply
If you are looking for purpose and an organisation that lives their values every day, we encourage you to apply.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, abilities, ****** orientation and gender identities. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible.
NO agencies required for this role, and we encourage candidates to apply directly as Agency submissions will not be accepted.
Qualifications
Your profile is missing work experience. Update your profile to stand out to the employer.
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Hawthorn East
Job Category: Banking & Financial Services,Legal
Job Description
We are a purpose-driven bank, owned by our members. Bank First exists to serve the people who serve the education and health communities. Our members put others first, so we put them first.
We have a clear strategic mandate to transform and grow the bank to do more for our members. At Bank First we are empowered to make bold moves to reimagine the way we serve our members.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Legal Counsel to join our team. The role provides first-point-of-contact legal advice across Bank First and supports the delivery of a corporate legal program for the bank.
The Legal Counsel (holding an unrestricted practising certificate) is responsible for reviewing and drafting contracts and member documents, reviewing marketing documentation to ensure compliance with laws, providing legal advice and advising on regulatory obligations and required bank processes and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Support the Senior Legal Counsel to:
Deliver a robust and relevant corporate legal program including providing legal advice to support the Bank;
Review Terms and Conditions, and Contracts and any supporting policies and procedures;
Review of marketing and advertisements, terms and condition documents and other promotional and disclosure documents as required.
Advise on and assist in the preparation of responses to regulators and bodies.
Provide timely advisory services to the business in relation to changes to new products, projects, and new / changed processes to ensure an appropriate focus on compliance obligations and managing legal risks is considered and implemented;
Provide coaching, support and awareness to the business in relation to its legal obligations, and management of legal risks.
About You
You are an Australian qualified lawyer with tertiary qualifications in law from an accredited law school, with a current and unrestricted practising certificate.
You have 2-4 years of corporate legal experience, with top or mid-tier law firm training or in-house, with some in-house legal experience required.
Experience in the financial services industry is desired, but not essential.
Demonstrated understanding and knowledge of drafting and reviewing contracts.
You are a problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
You are able to build professional relationships with external stakeholders (ie. lawyers, regulators and industry bodies) and liaise across all levels of the organisation.
What We Offer Our Bank First People
A for-purpose bank committed to helping its members and their community.
Impactful work that will genuinely make an impact in the lives of our members!
Work with values-driven leaders, who actively develop talent and support you to grow your career.
Work-life balance and flexibility, so you can work in a way that best suits you and your commitments outside of work.
Hybrid working from our offices to connect and collaborate, as well as focused time at home.
Competitive remuneration with extensive leave options, well-being reimbursement and free on-site parking!
To apply
If you are looking for purpose and an organisation that lives their values every day, we encourage you to apply.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures, abilities, ****** orientation and gender identities. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible.
NO agencies required for this role, and we encourage candidates to apply directly as Agency submissions will not be accepted.
Qualifications
Your profile is missing work experience. Update your profile to stand out to the employer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Counsel position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Hawthorn East offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
