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About TasRecycleTasRecycle is a not-for-profit entity that has been appointed as Scheme Coordinator of "Recycle Rewards" to administer the Tasmanian Container Deposit Scheme (CDS), as announced by the Tasmanian Government.
TasRecycle is supported by its Members, comprising Lion, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, and Asahi Beverages, who each have significant experience in managing container deposit schemes across Australia and are proud to be involved in Recycle Rewards to help create a circular economy for beverage containers and importantly reduce litter.Our PurposeTasRecycle is an exciting new business, tasked with the oversight and administration of Tasmania's Container Deposit Scheme ("Recycle Rewards").
At TasRecycle we are motivated to help keep beverage containers out of landfill, creating clean streams of recycled materials that help to build our Circular Economy by promoting product stewardship of all Beverage Suppliers in Tasmania.As the appointed Scheme Coordinator for Recycle Rewards, we work with the Tasmanian Government and partners to oversee the building of a large-scale container recycling network which will play a key role in transforming Tasmania's waste and recycling system.
Through a 10c refund for every eligible container returned we will encourage Tasmanians to collect and recycle their beverage containers, making a positive difference to our people, environment, and local industry.Our PeopleAt TasRecycle, our people have come together with a common purpose, to build a successful CDS that is projected to reduce beverage container litter by up to half.
It takes a large network to do this effectively, and that's why our people are great at partnering with others to achieve great results.
We have a clear vision and are building a team of action-orientated specialists who share a common passion to make a real environmental impact, and who have the skills and experience to build a world-class CDS for Tasmania.About the role :The Head of Legal & CoSec will oversee the provision of strategic in-house legal advice on a wide range of subject matter including contract, information technology, and privacy.
This is the most senior legal role in the organization.
The person is responsible for managing the company's legal affairs, ensuring corporate governance compliance, and providing strategic legal advice to senior management and the Board.Key Responsibilities :Establish and maintain productive working relationships with key internal stakeholders like Board, Executive Leadership Team, and external stakeholders like the government departments, Network Operators, etc.Provide general and legal advice on TasRecycle decisions or transactions with a view to minimise risks and maximise legal rights while considering the position of TasRecycle.Work collaboratively with other staff to provide legal and corporate governance advice and support to the Board, CEO, and Senior Management.Support the CEO to ensure appropriate organisational governance, including serving as Company Secretary.Oversight and management of the Commercial Contract Manager and their process to manage and monitor the contracting of 400+ First Suppliers.Formulate and implement organisational strategy and policy to embed governance across TasRecycle which enables execution to drive performance and mitigate potential compliance and reputational risks for the organisation.Provide people leadership, management, and coordination for the activities of TasRecycle governance, contract management, compliance, risk, and business support functions.Ensure TasRecycle maintains high-quality governance and risk systems that support transparent and effective decision-making.
Provide high-level guidance and undertake proactive action to ensure the organisation's legal compliance with legislation and the highest standards of corporate governance are achieved and maintained.Managing external legal counsel support as appropriate regarding contract queries, interpretation of legislation, and contractual requirements.Ensure compliance with Australian laws, regulations, and internal policies.Oversee legal matters such as contract negotiations, disputes, intellectual property, and corporate transactions.Monitor and manage corporate risk and regulatory obligations.About you :Law degree and admission to practice in Australia.
A minimum experience of 8 years.Extensive understanding of
corporate governance ,
risk management, compliance,
quality assurance, and business systems and processes or related fields and practical experience developing and implementing relevant strategies and frameworks.Demonstrated experience in managing and transforming governance operations resulting in positive change.Demonstrated experience to plan, prioritise and manage competing timeframes to deliver outcomes within deadlines.Ability to interpret policies and regulations, and the ability to adapt communicative styles to communicate processes to different stakeholder groups.This senior leadership role offers the opportunity to shape legal strategy and corporate governance within a dynamic organisation.Ability to explain and to advocate for organisation procedures and work with key stakeholder groups.As an employee of TasRecycle you have a duty to take reasonable care for your own health and safety and must take reasonable care that your acts or omissions do not adversely affect the health and safety of other persons.Seniority level
DirectorEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Legal, Other, and ConsultingIndustries
Environmental Services and Environmental Quality Programs
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