Group Corporate Counsel / Senior Legal Cousel

A great place to workWhen you join Capricorn, you become a part of something bigger than a typical company, because as a co-operative we exist to improve the lives of our Members by supporting them in building stronger businesses - not the other way around.We are purpose-led and are committed to empowering our community to thrive. Our community includes our employees, and we know what is important to them, because we asked! And here's our commitments to you:

• Provide a diverse and inclusive workplace - because we know how important it is for everyone to be treated fairly and with respect.

• Give you flexibility - it's important to recognise we are all unique and need to create work life balance.

• Offer paid parental leave - that supports both parent's leave and their transition back to work.

• Create a fun environment - our social calendar is full up with a range of different virtual and face-to-face events to keep us connected.

• Work perks - that our employees actually use, such as a fantastic reward and recognition program, wellness program, additional leave purchase and so much more

Role PurposeDue to recent growth, Capricorn Society are now looking for a Group Corporate Counsel OR Senior Legal Counsel to join our expanding team. This role will be perfect for a Group Corporate Counsel with management experience OR a Senior Legal counsel looking for the opportunity to develop their career to the next step.As Group Corporate Counsel OR Senior Legal Counsel you will be responsible for:1. Provision of legal services across a broad range of sectors and regulatory frameworks including financial services, contracts, corporate governance, industrial relations and intellectual property;2. the provision of company secretarial services to Capricorn Society Ltd (as alternate Company Secretary), its operational subsidiary companies and Capricorn Mutual Ltd3. collaboration with key stakeholders, primarily other senior leaders and executive leaders, to support significant projects across the organisation in line with business strategy.For applicants interested in the Group Corporate Counsel role within Capricorn you will also be responsible for:1. the management of the legal function to ensure the efficient and accurate provision of legal advice (primarily in the commercial, contractual, corporate governance, privacy and financial services areas)2. coaching, supervision and development of direct reporting staff3. preparing budgets and managing expenses in accordance with budgets4. internal reportingKey AccountabilitiesLegal

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to Capricorn's strategy, values and ethos in particular the ACCT values and behaviours

• Contribute to fostering and maintaining a positive culture of collaboration and communication within the legal team, and in respect of the team's engagement with staff, Members and other stakeholders

• Provide legal advice, advice on risk minimisation and proactive/reactive legal risk analysis demonstrating a strong commercial understanding to all areas of Capricorn in accordance with the Legal Services Policy and relevant laws and regulations;

• Identify and advise on the impact of regulatory changes and emerging changes to the legal environment

• Conduct legal reviews of project, product, and marketing initiatives and provide solution-oriented practical advice to facilitate operations

• Work closely with senior management and project teams to identify legal risks and promote compliance with applicable laws;

• Participate in working groups as required in order to support delivery of key projects;

• Prepare and manage the issue of prospectuses and product disclosure statements;

• Negotiate and draft a variety of commercial agreements;

• In partnership with the Risk, Assurance & Compliance team, develop, implement and monitor compliance programs; and

Provide advice on employment relations matters and the work, health & safety program as required.Team Management (for Group Corporate Counsel)

• Promote and champion continuous improvements and innovations in the legal team consistent with Capricorn's prevailing strategy;

• Advise Senior Management and project teams on legal risks and ensure compliance with applicable laws

• Manage day-to-day accountabilities of the legal team including performance management, recruitment, budgeting, continuing education, systems development and staff training

• Manage the development, implementation and operation of policies and procedures which the legal team is either subject to or responsible for

• Formulate key deliverables of the legal team

• Substitute for the General Counsel when required

Skills, Knowledge and Attributes

• Proven legal experience in the following sectors: financial services, contracts, intellectual property and corporate governance;

• Strong communication and negotiation skills;

• 10 years + post admission experience (7+ for Senior Corporate Counsel role) in a corporate / commercial environment, preferably with a public company and/or financial services (credit or insurance) focus;

• Ability to network and deal with vendors and suppliers.

• Strong analytical skills.

• Ability to proficiently plan, organize and facilitate meetings and functions;

• Member focus and orientation;

• Maturity in dealing with conflict; and

• Capability in dealing with Member or Supplier dissatisfaction and complaints and ability to determine root cause as well as corrective action required.

For applicants interested in the Group Corporate Counsel role, the successful candidate must also have:

• Strong leadership ability;

• experience in risk and compliance matters, including development of compliance programs, regulatory engagement and resolution of incidents;

• Demonstrated management experience within a medium to large enterprise.

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent qualification

• Degree in commerce or finance desirable

• Holds or is eligible to hold a current Western Australia (or other Australian state/territory) legal practising certificate

• Graduate qualification in corporate governance or related area desirable (e.g. Governance Institute of Australia, Australian Institute of Company Directors or similar)

The next stepsIf you think you are the right person for either of these roles and you believe in a Member first culture, then please apply now. Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, so it is better to apply sooner rather than later. If you need any assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact HR on +618 6250 9500.For further information and detail on Capricorn, please visit our website at www.capricorn.coop/careers.