Be part of an organisation that stands on the side of fairness.
We are now seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join our Office of the General Counsel, supporting AFCA’s corporate, commercial, employment and litigation risk matters. This is an opportunity to apply your legal expertise in a purpose-driven organisation where your advice genuinely shapes outcomes and protects public trust.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Legal Counsel (Corporate), you will provide high‑quality legal advice across AFCA’s operations, ensuring our legal obligations are met and risks are well managed, with reputation always front of mind.
This is a broad, hands‑on role where you will:
- Advise on corporate and commercial law, including data, AI tools and emerging technologies
- Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements covering technology, procurement, property, employment and confidentiality
- Provide advice on AFCA’s Rules, policies and operational guidelines
- Proactively identify and manage legal and litigation risk
- Support and manage external counsel, disputes and litigation matters
- Monitor and communicate changes in law and regulation impacting AFCA
- Partner with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver practical, solutions‑focused advice
- Help build legal capability through internal training and knowledge sharing
This is more than a legal role, t’s an opportunity to safeguard fairness, support community trust and help shape how justice is delivered in Australia’s financial system.
If you’re looking to do meaningful work with real social impact, while continuing to grow your legal career in a supportive, values‑driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
This is initially a 12-month contract role.
