Purpose led, we are proudly member-owned and one of Australia's most iconic and trusted brands. We started by being a voice for safer roads and providing legendary roadside assistance, but now we do so much more.From spectacular holiday destinations, car rental, ferries and cruises, to leading the EV charging roll-out and preparing for the future of driving, to speaking out for change and supporting sustainable travel.Forget what you thought you knew about the NRMA. Come take a closer look, and you'll realise that being a part of our team is about more than just a job - together, we'll go further and make a difference.Job DescriptionWe currently have a great opportunity for a Corporate Lawyer to join the NRMA's Group Legal team on a full-time permanent basis.The role offers the flexibility to work from home and across our Sydney CBD offices and/or Olympic Park as agreed and required for the role.In this role you will deliver timely and relevant legal advice and services to support the Corporate strategy and goals, manage legal risks and educate NRMA staff on their legal obligations.Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Provide legal support to NRMA's business units and Corporate functions as required from time to time including advising on compliance matters and the applicability of various lawsDraft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreementsReview material issued by NRMA to ensure NRMA minimises and mitigates its exposure to legal liabilities or claimsIdentify, escalate and provide advice on significant legal risksAdvise on and assist with investigations, incidents and litigation, including dealing with subpoenas, advising on customer complaints, and assisting with complaints from regulatorsUse external legal providers in a way that ensures commercial, targeted and cost-effective advice, and monitor their work appropriatelyDevelop or assist with developing training programmes on issues within Group Legal & Governance's remitDevelop or assist with developing policies and procedures within Group Legal & Governance's remitSupport other members of Group Legal in prioritising work flow from across the NRMA Group and providing an overall service across the businessHelp build the capacity of non-legal staff to identify and raise legal risks and issues and to comply with NRMA Group policies and proceduresManage own training and development costs to the budget set by the General Counsel and Company SecretaryBe the primary point of contact for certain business units and Corporate functions, as directed from time to timeHelp manage external legal provider costs to budget by assisting the supervising lawyer in monitoring usage and servicing levelsQualificationsTertiary qualification of LLB or equivalentAdmitted as a solicitor in one or more states in Australia and holding a current practising certificate (restricted or unrestricted)2 to 5 years' experience as a solicitor with a top tier or mid-tier law firmHigh level of attention to detailA team playerSound analytical skillsSound drafting skills especially with commercial contractsSound negotiating skillsSound verbal and written communication skills and influencing skillsSound time management and organisational skillsProactive and self-motivatedSound commercial acumenAble to respond flexibly and positively to changing and competing priorities in a complex environmentExperience in working in an in-house legal teamExperience in the following practice areas:Mergers and AcquisitionsFranchisingCompetition & ConsumerPrivacyPropertyICTCorporate GovernanceInsolvencyRegulatoryEmploymentAdditional InformationAmazing Benefits are Yours!To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered and celebrated we provide a range of employee benefits including:"ME'" day - one extra day of paid leave per year, called a ME Day, to use at any time during the calendar yearDiscounts on all NRMA insurances, group products and free roadside assistanceAccommodation discounts and VIP extras at our Award winning Tasmanian Lodges, Hotels and NRMA Holiday ParksAccess to exclusive member marketplace benefits - including discounts on fuel, movie tickets, attractions & experiences, cafes & restaurants and many moreMarket leading 18 weeks paid primary and 4 weeks paid secondary parental leave entitlementsMy Thanks reward and recognition program for great contributions to the teamExtensive online learning platforms and customised professional developmentWhy the NRMA?We made the 2022 AFR Boss Best Places to Work ListRecognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender EqualityCertified as a Family Inclusive WorkplaceAwarded 2022 Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Bronze Employer & 2022 AWEI Most Improved EmployerWe thank you for your application in advance. Please note only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks.At the NRMA inclusion and diversity are part of our DNA. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation, promotes flexible ways of working and connects us closer to our members and the communities we serve.#J-18808-Ljbffr
