Job Description
About the job
As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, HCF is dedicated to Uncommon Care, which means prioritising people over profit and delivering exceptional member experiences. We aim to transform healthcare by making it understandable, affordable, and high-quality. We’re more than just a health fund; we provide comprehensive health and wellness protection while continuously seeking innovative ways to offer peace of mind and safeguard our members.
About The Role
The Legal Counsel is responsible for overseeing legal risk management controls across the HCF Group. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and support to internal business units as part of a managed outsource model. In addition, the successful candidate will: conduct legislative and regulatory monitoring in accordance with responsibilities set out in the Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Procedure; work closely with and support other functions within Governance; and manage legal service providers and HCF group legal costs.
Reporting the Senior Legal Counsel the Legal Counsel is required to:
Review, draft and negotiate legal contracts (i.e. third party supplier agreements, confidentiality agreements, licence agreements and research agreements) for the HCF Group (including the HCF Research Foundation);
Manage the HCF Group Contracts Register;
Ensure staff at all levels understand their responsibilities in relation to legal contracts and what support can be provided by HCF Legal.
Provide legal advice to the HCF Group as required;
Brief HCF Group Legal Panel firms for advice as required;
Ensure advice received from HCF Group Legal Panel firms is in plain English and fits the requirements of the relevant business unit.
Support the Senior Legal Counsel with business as usual activities as and when required
Monitor, report and actively participate in Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Meetings in accordance with the responsibilities set out in the Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Procedure;
Keep up to date with legislative and regulatory developments impacting Governance and advising Directors and Management (as applicable) on legal compliance and risk factors.
Provide legal training to the relevant business units as required;
Keep up to date with legal developments and practices and understanding their interrelationship with legal risk and compliance and other assurance practices.
About You
The ideal candidate will have the following required qualifications, skills and experience:
Required skills include:
A law degree from a recognised Australian or overseas institution
Approximately 3-5 years post admission experience preferably in both a private practice and in-house environment
Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law and financial services
Ability to engage staff at all levels of the organisation through strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to set priorities and to ensure that objectives are met
Sound judgement applied to complex decision making
Strong facilitation and coaching skills
Excellent and effective written and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Proven generalist experience and the ability to work at both strategic and operational levels
Eagerness to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment
Desirable skills include:
Experience of Private Health Insurance
Experience of Privacy law
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
At HCF, we’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [email protected] to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
Benefits found in job post
Medical insurance
Qualifications
Your profile is missing work experience. Update your profile to stand out to the employer.
As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, HCF is dedicated to Uncommon Care, which means prioritising people over profit and delivering exceptional member experiences. We aim to transform healthcare by making it understandable, affordable, and high-quality. We’re more than just a health fund; we provide comprehensive health and wellness protection while continuously seeking innovative ways to offer peace of mind and safeguard our members.
About The Role
The Legal Counsel is responsible for overseeing legal risk management controls across the HCF Group. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and support to internal business units as part of a managed outsource model. In addition, the successful candidate will: conduct legislative and regulatory monitoring in accordance with responsibilities set out in the Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Procedure; work closely with and support other functions within Governance; and manage legal service providers and HCF group legal costs.
Reporting the Senior Legal Counsel the Legal Counsel is required to:
Review, draft and negotiate legal contracts (i.e. third party supplier agreements, confidentiality agreements, licence agreements and research agreements) for the HCF Group (including the HCF Research Foundation);
Manage the HCF Group Contracts Register;
Ensure staff at all levels understand their responsibilities in relation to legal contracts and what support can be provided by HCF Legal.
Provide legal advice to the HCF Group as required;
Brief HCF Group Legal Panel firms for advice as required;
Ensure advice received from HCF Group Legal Panel firms is in plain English and fits the requirements of the relevant business unit.
Support the Senior Legal Counsel with business as usual activities as and when required
Monitor, report and actively participate in Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Meetings in accordance with the responsibilities set out in the Legislative and Regulatory Monitoring Procedure;
Keep up to date with legislative and regulatory developments impacting Governance and advising Directors and Management (as applicable) on legal compliance and risk factors.
Provide legal training to the relevant business units as required;
Keep up to date with legal developments and practices and understanding their interrelationship with legal risk and compliance and other assurance practices.
About You
The ideal candidate will have the following required qualifications, skills and experience:
Required skills include:
A law degree from a recognised Australian or overseas institution
Approximately 3-5 years post admission experience preferably in both a private practice and in-house environment
Strong knowledge of corporate and commercial law and financial services
Ability to engage staff at all levels of the organisation through strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to set priorities and to ensure that objectives are met
Sound judgement applied to complex decision making
Strong facilitation and coaching skills
Excellent and effective written and communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Proven generalist experience and the ability to work at both strategic and operational levels
Eagerness to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment
Desirable skills include:
Experience of Private Health Insurance
Experience of Privacy law
Culture & Benefits
Purpose-driven passion
At HCF, we’re united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality and member-focused.
Wellness and work-life balance
We’ll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:
50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks and more
Discounts on HCF’s products, including life, pet and travel Insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.
Collaboration and inclusivity
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and socio-economic status.
Continuous learning and growth
We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.
Next steps
If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition – [email protected] to discuss.
We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.
Benefits found in job post
Medical insurance
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 Sydney 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.
