Senior Legal CounselLocation: Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3008
Company: IDP Education Ltd
Requisition ID: 2459
About IDPIDP is a leader in global education services. As an ASX listed company, with our head office in Melbourne, we have operations in 57 countries and our websites attract over 100 million visits a year.
This is your chance to drive real change and influence across the globe.
We are seeking an experienced, energetic and commercially minded lawyer with a global outlook to join our Corporate office as a senior lawyer. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work across IDP's global operations. Reporting to the General Counsel and Company Secretary, you will be part of a diverse Legal and Governance team that's spread across the globe. You will play a key role in helping implement IDP's global strategy and acting as a key business partner on major strategic projects that have real impact. You will also have the opportunity to mentor and develop other members of the Legal and Governance team.
Key accountabilitiesWhat you will do?
As part of the Legal and Governance team you will:
Provide legal advice on corporate transactions and strategic projects and new initiatives.Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts.Provide legal advice on issues including competition and consumer law, IP and brand protection.Provide legal advice on privacy and data security across IDP's global business.Support IDP on ASX corporate governance issues.Manage disputes in conjunction with external counsel.Participate in innovation and continuous improvement of processes to improve the way IDP operates.You will work closely with:
Internal:
Governance and Legal TeamRegional and Business Unit leadsAustralasian businessFinance and strategyExternal:
Law firmsRegulatorsAuditorsRequired experienceWe are looking for someone with:
At least 10 years' experience in a well-regarded law firm or in-house environment.Admitted to the legal profession in Australia and holding a practising certificate.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating procurement, supply and licensing agreements.A positive, energetic and collaborative mindset who will thrive in a highly agile and geographically dispersed team.Previous experience working in a global organisation.Experience with ASX Listing Rules.Experience in the education, technology or services sectors.What's in it for you:
Benefit from rewarding experiences.Become part of our connected global community, feel included and celebrate our diversity every day.Work alongside enthusiastic and passionate colleagues who are working towards the same goal of changing the world for the better, through global education.Thrive in an innovative agile digital culture.Be inspired and mentored by our courageous leaders who are authentic and approachable.
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