Deputy General Counsel
You will be joining a leading ASX-listed investment and asset management group as Deputy General Counsel to join their high-performing legal team. This senior role will be providing strategic legal, corporate governance and regulatory advice to support the organisation’s growth and long-term strategy.
About the Role
As Deputy General Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s corporate legal framework, advising on complex matters, and influencing decision-making at the highest levels. You’ll lead governance initiatives, oversee key corporate actions, manage regulatory obligations, and contribute to the execution of major transactions across the group.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide timely, commercial and strategic legal advice to the Board and Executive Leadership Team
- Review marketing materials, product documentation and fund disclosure documents
- Support AFSL compliance arrangements, new fund launches and scheme establishment
- Lead the internal due-diligence committee and ensure robust governance throughout transaction processes
About You
You have:
- Minimum 12PQE with relevant qualification in Law and current Australian practising certificate
- Significant experience in corporate, funds management, or similar environments, gained in private practice, in-house, or both
- Strong working knowledge of the Corporations Act, financial services regulation, and ASX Listing Rules
- Commercially astute with excellent judgement, analytical ability and professional integrity
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Phoebe Garrett on 02 8289 3134 for a confidential discussion.
About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Financial Services
Industry: Legal
Salary: Attractive Salary Package
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Brisbane
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: 1I6ADO-69545DD3
Date posted: 18 December 2025
Consultant: Phoebe Garrett
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