Legal Counsel

Location: Melbourne or Geelong - Victoria
Salary: $116,706 to $130,711 (inclusive of Super)+ NFP salary packaging benefits
Employment status: Full Time or Part Time (Hybrid).
Job number: 2718

Hey you!

genU is looking for a values-driven Legal Counsel to step into our legal team at one of Australia’s largest non-for-profit organisations! In this role you will join our small, high-performing legal team that supports every corner of our organisation - and will close your laptop at the end of the day knowing that you have made a vital, community-wide impact whilst being enabled to enjoy fulfilling flexibility and work-life balance.

At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.

We embrace flexibility because we know great people thrive in different ways.  We value inclusive and collaborative working relationships and believe that diversity strengthens everything we do.

What you’ll do

As a Legal Counsel in our team you’ll:

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including commercial contracts, property agreements, procurement contracts and organisational policies.
• Provide legal research, analysis and support on governance and commercial matters, escalating or seeking supervision from senior counsel as required.
• Assist with major organisational projects, including strategic growth initiatives, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory reforms and cross-functional change efforts.
• Advise on disputes, including litigation, alternative dispute resolution and settlement negotiations.
• Advise on regulatory and compliance affairs.
• Manage legal aspects of our nationwide property portfolio, including sales, leases, licenses, retirement villages and development projects
• Work with passionate, knowledgeable and driven colleagues.
• Finish on time working from where you work best. 

What you’ll bring

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) / Juris Doctor from a recognised institution.
• Admitted in an Australian jurisdiction with an unrestricted practising certificate (or able to obtain one).
• Enthusiasm for our sector with great interpersonal and relationship-building skills,
• Integrity, sound judgement, strong business acumen and a collaborative mindset that supports our trusted in-house legal function

(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)

Bonus points for

• Experience in a corporate or commercial legal environment.
• Adding to the good vibes, fun and friendly energy of our team.

Why you’ll love working at genU

At genU, we’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone is empowered to play their part in the important work that we do. 

We welcome diversity in all its forms including disability, culture, gender, age, sexuality and religion and celebrate the unique perspectives and experience each of us brings.

You’ll also get

• Salary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits
• Flexibility - full time or part time plus hybrid working arrangements
• Purchased leave options - the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
• Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
• University Study Discount - Enjoy a 25% fee reduction for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at Torrens University.
• Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
• Referral bonus - bring great people with you and be rewarded

Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application.

Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.

You can view the full position description on the genU careers page HERE. (Only from our careers page.)

We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent Sourcing Manager at daniel.modra@genu.org.au or 03 5249 6102