Mid-Level Legal Counsel

Everyone has a story. And here at Wesley Mission Queensland, we feel privileged to stand alongside the families, children, couples and seniors that we support each year. We’re an innovative and responsive not-for-profit community service provider, helping people across Queensland build stronger and more inclusive communities since 1907.  

About the role: 

• The Mid-Level Legal Counsel is responsible for overseeing all aspect of contract management and providing strategic legal guidance on contractual matters. The Legal Counsel will lead two paralegals and work closely with cross functional teams to ensure effective contract negotiation, drafting and management in alignment with WMQ’s goals and objectives.  
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of contracts including but not limited to vendor agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and partnership agreements.  
• Develop and implement efficient contract management processes and systems to streamline contract lifecycle management.  
• Assist the business in ensuring compliance with all legal regulatory requirements including contributing to the development and review of relevant policies as required.  
• Develop and maintain relationships with key external and internal stakeholders in relation to legal documents (WMQ governance, contracts, PIDS, agreements, submissions) through highly developed communication skills.  
• Where applicable, manage the use of external legal advisers and establish and maintain productive working relationships with such providers.  
• Support the business in documenting the commercial relationships between Wesley Mission Queensland and third parties.  

About you: 

• Current unrestricted employee practising certificate for Queensland.  
• Demonstrated experience within the area of commercial law including negotiation, transactions and contracting.  
• Demonstrated competence and ability to provide clear, accurate and timely legal advice with the ability to resolve individual client needs, complex legal issues and provide positive outcomes.  
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, control workflows and organise work tasks to meet deadlines and achieve quality work outcomes. 
• High level communication skills including the ability to liaise, negotiate and influence at all levels ensuring clear and concise communication.  
• High level written communications skills especially in drafting legally sound contracts, tenders and submissions and formal advice.   
• Knowledge and understanding of aged care and retirement living, with particular reference to the Retirement Villages Act (Qld) 1999, Residential Tenancies & Rooming Accommodation Act (Qld) 2008 and Aged Care Act 1997. (Desirable) 
• Proof of Vaccination Status as required by Legislation, Health Directives or WMQ Policy throughout employment and prior to commencement.  
• Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ policy.  

 Why WMQ? 

Wesley Mission We value diversity, strive for inclusion, and come together to walk alongside those in need to provide hope and compassion. We are committed to working collaboratively to help you grow, support your wellbeing, and enable you to be your true self each day aligned to our mission and values. Along the journey, we will encourage you to find your story.  

We offer our team members: 

• Support from our Employee Wellbeing Program – we are recognised as an Advanced Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace! 
• Access to salary packaging benefits that enable you to increase your take-home pay  
• Discounted allied health services such as nutrition, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and remedial massage 
• Access to discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships and travel 

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.  

Please note: You will be asked for evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status as part of your application process as required by Legislation, Health Directives and WMQ Policy.