Graduate Lawyer (Financial Services)

Job Description

An exciting new opening has arisen for a Graduate Lawyer to gain invaluable experience as part of a successful boutique Financial Services compliance and legal firm in Sydney.

You will support the team and perform the following key duties:

• drafting of documents in relation to Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) and Australian Credit Licence applications and compliance;
• preparation of AUSTRAC registration applications for remitters and digital currency exchange providers;
• drafting and updating compliance and legal precedents in accordance with regulatory and legislative changes;
• assisting senior staff members in the preparation of various legal documents and agreements;
• assisting senior staff with ongoing compliance and legal requirements of clients;
• preparing and filing a variety of documents with regulators;
• liaising with clients at the request of senior staff members; and
• general administrative tasks including answering telephone calls (as required).

Desired Skills and Experience

You will:

• be admitted as a solicitor in New South Wales;
• have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal as well as strong interpersonal skills;
• have strong attention to detail;
• be team-focused but also able to work independently;
• be proactive and have a positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent service; and
• have a strong academic record and a genuine interest in developing your career in the legal industry

About this company

Sophie Grace has an outstanding reputation in the Financial Services industry and operates a highly successful boutique business in Sydney.

Our speciality is assisting firms establish and maintain Financial Services or credit business in Australia. We work across a broad range of financial and credit services - including funds management, financial planning, stockbroking, non-bank lenders and finance brokers. 

Our expertise includes advising on:

• new Financial Services business establishment and structuring;
• obtaining an AFSL or Australian Credit Licence;
• AUSTRAC registrations for digital currency exchanges and remittance companies;
• wholesale and retail product disclosure;
• compliance and regulatory matters; and
• liaising with regulators on behalf of clients, in particular, with ASIC and AUSTRAC.

Sophie Grace prides itself on a professional yet relaxed culture which promotes a collaborative working environment and offers continued support towards career development and growth.