Head Of Legal & Company Secretary

• Opportunity to work for a National Mutual Bank that puts our customers, community, and people first.
• Full time opportunity working in a hybrid (home / office) environment.
• Based in any of our East Coast office hubs.

Beyond Bank Australia is a customer owned bank with branches nationally. In addition to providing high-quality banking services, we are committed to benefiting our customers and their communities.We currently have an opportunity for a Head of Legal and Company Secretary to join our team, reporting to our Chief Financial Officer. This role will play a critical part in providing legal advice and support across all business units while acting as Company Secretary to its subsidiary entities.Job DescriptionYour key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Provide legal advice to the Board, the Executive, Senior Leaders / Management, and other internal stakeholders.
• Provide legal advice on projects, transactions, contracts, and potential / actual disputes with third parties (including in relation to AFCA matters). As well as intellectual property matters (including the BBA group's trademarks, business names, domain names, and copyright).
• Manage the conduct of litigation on behalf of BBA, including managing the services provided by external legal firms.
• Identifying and implementing ways to improve the efficiencies of the legal and Company Secretary areas of the bank.
• Undertake the development and coaching of direct reports, with a focus on continuous improvement, skilling, personal development, and engagement.
• Execute the duties and responsibilities of Company Secretary as required by the Corporations Act, the constitutions of the Group's entities, and any other relevant legislation or regulation.
• Organise and manage BBA's AGM and administer the BBA Board Director Election process to ensure compliance with BBA's Constitution, BBA policies and the Corporations Act.
• Attend BBA Board meetings; Board Committee meetings; Nomination Committee meetings; subsidiary company board meetings; and members' meetings (including the AGM).

Desired Skills and ExperienceYou will possess the following skills and experience:

• A minimum of 10 years' experience (including general corporate / commercial law and banking / financial services law)
• Detailed knowledge of corporate governance best practice in Australia
• Post-graduate qualifications in relevant area or a commitment to continuing professional development.
• Knowledge of / experience in the following areas of law: privacy, contract, IP, IT, advertising, and marketing, AML/CTF, competition and consumer, wills and estates, employment.
• Knowledge of / experience in risk and compliance frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting Executives and Senior Management
• Strong legal drafting and negotiating skills.
• Proven ability to provide commercial and pragmatic legal advice and having regard to business objectives.

This is an opportunity to join a values-driven organisation that offers the opportunity for you to grow your career. Beyond Bank is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity at all levelsTo be eligible to apply, you must be an Australian / New Zealand citizen or hold permanent residency status in Australia.As a certified B Corp we are using our business as a force for good.Applications close COB 11/04/2024Please be aware the next step in the process may include a phone screen, video interview, virtual or face to face interview, psychometric testing and all relevant background checking.Beyond Bank is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity at all levels. We are committed to providing reasonable arrangements to all individuals participating in our application and interview process, and while performing job functions. If you require any accommodations or adjustments prior to the submission of your application or throughout your interview process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team directly. Please note that all applicants are required to complete a National Criminal History Check prior to commencing employment. Beyond Bank Australia Ltd ABN 15 087 651 143 AFSL/Australian Credit Licence 237 856.