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Senior Legal Counsel

Elias Recruitment Pty Limited
Sydney, NSW, Australia
A$200,000 p/a + bonus
Above market
Legal → Banking & Finance Law
Full-time
On-site

Posted 2 days ago


About the Company
Our client is a leading Australian financial services organisation and a market leader in the exchange-traded fund (ETF) sector. Managing significant assets across ETFs, managed accounts, superannuation and a retail wealth platform, the business continues to experience strong growth within a highly regulated environment.

About the Role
An opportunity for a senior lawyer with 8–10+ years’ PQE, strong funds experience and a commercial mindset to join the Legal, Risk and Compliance team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will advise across funds, investment products, regulatory matters and key strategic initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on the development, launch and governance of funds and investment products.
  • Draft and review fund and disclosure documentation, including PDSs, TMDs and constitutions.
  • Advise on financial services regulation, the Corporations Act and ASX requirements.
  • Support regulatory engagement and review investor-facing and marketing materials.
  • Negotiate commercial agreements with service providers, counterparties and other partners.
  • Provide practical legal advice across the business and support strategic growth initiatives.

About You

  • 8–10+ years’ PQE in funds management or financial services.
  • Current Australian practising certificate.
  • Strong knowledge of Chapters 5C and 7 of the Corporations Act.
  • Experience with fund documentation and ASIC/ASX requirements.
  • ASX Operating Rules and AQUA experience highly regarded.
  • Commercial approach with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  • Confident stakeholder manager with clear, pragmatic communication skills.

Benefits

  • Competitive remuneration and professional development.
  • Health and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Modern CBD offices.
  • Collaborative, high-performing culture.
  • Direct exposure to the General Counsel and senior stakeholders.

Apply now or contact Karolina Slaby at ••••@eliasrecruitment.com or 02 •••• •711 for a confidential discussion.


About Elias Recruitment Pty Limited

Wollongong, NSW, Australia

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