Our Group Legal division provides legal advice and support to the Bank’s business units, senior leaders, and executives on a broad variety of legal issues. We are looking for an accomplished Senior Legal Counsel to join the team in either a full or part time 4 days a week capacity.

Reporting into the Head of Group Legal, you’ll partner closely with the business as a trusted legal advisor to support strategic initiatives in a fast-paced and regulated environment. You’ll also have the opportunity to assist with overall legal needs for major projects and transactions, such as regulatory changes and responses to identified risk exposures.

We’re seeking a mid to senior level lawyer with demonstrated experience working in the financial services sector, ideally with specialised experience in the areas of Retail Banking or Litigation.

You’ll be part of a team whose culture is based on trust and mutual respect, who work collaboratively and independently. The work you do will be impactful and your expertise will be valued by the business.

This role can be based in Adelaide, Bendigo, Melbourne or Sydney. We offer flexible work options that put our people first, and a hybrid model with a minimum requirement of 60% of your time per week in the office.

What you'll bring to the role 

• A legal qualification and admission to practice in Australia
• Demonstrated previous experience in a similar role from within the Banking and Financial Services sector (private practice or in-house)
• Highly developed relationship skills, able to build trust and confidence with senior executives and business partners
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong technical analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and explain complex legislation and to plan and implement policy and risk management strategies considering legislative and regulatory changes

For more information check out the Position Description

 Position Description - Senior Legal Counsel.docx

Please note, all internal candidates are required to notify their immediate leader when applying for a new career opportunity and you will be asked to acknowledge you have done so upon submission of your application.

Please contact the Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor for a confidential discussion if you would like to chat about the position further. 

Cat Johnson

cat.johnson@bendigoadelaide.com.au

For more information, check out the Application Process for Internal Candidates. 

Please note shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date, so don't delay: apply now!