AddressWho is Adica Insurance?
Adica Insurance is an Australian company which is part of the global MS&AD Group, headquartered in Japan. We offer motor vehicle insurance to the Australian market under the Toyota Insurance, Lexus Insurance and PowerTorque Insurance brands.
At Adica, we put people first. We strive to create a place where everyone is welcome, and everyone can flourish.
Here is a place you can learn and grow, challenge yourself and discover new possibilities. We have a strong culture of internal progression, and we love to help our people find out exactly what they're capable of.
We know that life is not all about work, but work is a big part of life, so we embrace flexibility to make sure work doesn't get in the way of the other things that matter. We operate a hybrid model - with office space for collaboration, creativity and relationship building, and home offices for focused work where you can better manage life's other demands.
Adica Insurance is recognised as an Employer of Choice and is also a certified Family Inclusive Workplace. We are also proud to be a member of the Diversity Council Australia.
The Role & The Team
Reporting to the Head of Legal & Company Secretary, you will be part of the supportive and friendly Risk and Governance team. You will be employed on a permanent and full-time basis.
You will assist the Head of Legal & Company Secretary with legal matters, you will help to ensure Adica’s adherence to regulatory requirements and ensure that legal matters are dealt with in a comprehensive and efficient manner.
This opportunity will see you:
- Partnering and providing advice to Adica’s various business units including operations, sales and partnerships, product, technology and marketing and communications
- Offering legal assistance in regulatory compliance projects
- Providing advice on key financial services legislation impacting the organisation including the Corporations Act and ASIC Act
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating the terms of new business contracts to support Adica’s commercial activities
- Working collaboratively with internal business units to identify and manage legal risk across a range of business initiatives
- Driving continuous improvement in workflow and efficiency, knowledge management and team capability in the Legal department
This role will be based at our St Kilda Rd Office in Melbourne. We also have a regional office in Warragul, West Gippsland.
Your Skills & Experience
It will be essential for you to have:
- A current and unrestricted Australian practicing certificate
- 3 – 5 years PQE with broad experience in financial service laws and general corporate/commercial law, including Corporations Law, Australian Consumer Laws and Insurance legislation
- Ability to differentiate between advice of a highly technical, legalistic nature and advice that is commercially astute and able to comprehend by relevant persons and to deliver the latter
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a pro-active approach to problem-solving and attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, both as an internal legal adviser and in liaison with external law firms
What We Offer At Adica
At Adica we put people first, we strive to create a workplace where all employees feel supported and empowered. We have a range of initiatives in place to support you and were recently certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace:
- A considerable discount on motor vehicle insurance for you and your family.
- 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave for all parents + super payments for both paid and unpaid leave, up to 52 weeks.
- A Wellbeing Program for all staff.
- Events and initiatives to enjoy throughout the year.
- Reward and recognition programs including company-wide Excellence Awards.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program 24/7, available for you and your family.
- Flexibility with work location – we offer hybrid working to work from home and in the office.
Apply Now:
If you’re keen to join Adica and be a part of our team, please apply now making sure you provide a cover letter and CV. We encourage you to apply for this position as soon as possible.
We are passionate about building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Adica is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applicants from all cultural backgrounds to apply, and we will provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with disabilities.
Agencies, please note this vacancy is being managed by our internal HR team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional support. Thank you.
