Strategic growth has seen our client’s business take a front seat in the Australian insurance and financial services market. The company is committed to adding to their portfolio when they find financial product brands that are well designed and that deliver a new and cutting edge customer experience. This opportunity will see you engage throughout all levels of the business.

Are you a seasoned commercial lawyer looking for your next challenge in a growth-oriented and agile environment? We are partnering with a prominent financial services organisation to find a talented Commercial Lawyer to join their legal and risk team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

About the Role
You’ll be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, software licenses, and outsourcing arrangements. Your expertise will help shape business decisions and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts to support operational and strategic goals
• Advise on contractual risks and mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure legal alignment with business objectives
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel within budget parameters
• Stay abreast of legislative and regulatory developments
• Support the development of internal policies and procedures
• Assist with ad-hoc commercial and corporate legal matters

About You

• Admitted as a solicitor in Australia with a current practising certificate
• Minimum 7 years’ post-admission experience in commercial law, ideally within financial services or insurance
• Strong background in contract law, including drafting and negotiation
• Previous in-house experience or time at a top-tier law firm is highly regarded

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Confident stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proactive, self-motivated, and collaborative

Why Apply?
This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a high-performing legal team, gain exposure to complex commercial matters, and make a tangible impact on business outcomes. This team works with a hybrid working style and a competitive salary is on offer. This role can be based in either Brisbane or Sydney.

For a comprehensive briefing apply today or get in touch with Angela Grant for more details.

[email protected] | 0422175225

At Day One Recruitment we will be able to show you opportunities in law firms and legal teams nationally. Our partnerships with clients see us recruit all levels of Lawyers, Risk and Compliance professionals, and a range of Legal Counsel positions.