Legal Counsel

• Full-time, permanent position, based at our Head Office in Hindmarsh.
• Accelerate your career in a role offering opportunity with high exposure and variety of legal matters.
• A career with purpose where you will grow your experience and knowledge across multiple social services portfolios!

What we offer:

• Flexible work arrangements: Design your work-life balance. This could include working from home, part-time work, compressed working weeks and flexible working hours.*
• Competitive salary packaging: Take home more with tax-free benefits, including up to $15,899 per year and an additional $2,650 tax-free each year for meals and holidays.
• Paid parental leave: Get the support you need to start or grow your family, with superannuation contributions included.
• Career development: Grow your skills and progress your career with genuine opportunities across the organisation.
• Discounted benefits: Enjoy savings on motor vehicles, gym memberships, health insurance and more
• Employee Assistance Program: Get confidential support for you and your family

*AnglicareSA offers a range of flexible working arrangements that are aimed at meeting your diverse needs and the different operating environments across AnglicareSA. The suitability of different arrangements will depend on the position you are applying for, and team and customer requirements. You are encouraged to discuss your needs during the application process.

Who are we looking for?

We have an opportunity for a Legal Counsel/In-House Lawyer to join our Legal Services team, working closely with our team of lawyers and having responsibility for a range of tasks to provide legal advice across our broad organisation.

Our ideal candidate will be a motivated and enthusiastic lawyer who has excellent communication and time management skills and good business acumen.

Reporting to the Manager of Legal Operations, you will work on a wider range of legal functions and tasks including but not limited to providing expert legal advice and opinion to support business objectives, drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, and assisting with ensuring regulatory compliance across diverse business areas.  

This is a fantastic in-house opportunity for someone looking to further their legal career and you will be joining an amazing team and culture whilst working for a proud organisation that makes a difference to the lives of many!

What can you expect to be doing?

• Help provide advice on a diverse range of legal issues and assist with a wide range of legal functions and tasks; including but not limited to drafting and preparation of contracts, interpreting and administering obligations under contracting arrangements, ensuring accuracy and completion of legal documentation; employment law matters and assisting with providing advice on internal industrial investigations and legislative change
• Draft legal documentation including letters, reports, internal memos of advice, policies and contracts
• Provide responses to legal requests for information, including court orders and personal information requests
• Communicate and develop relationships with all areas and levels of the business

What do you need to bring?

• Targeted at candidates with 3-5 years post admission experience, you will have Tertiary qualifications in Law, and admission to the Supreme Court of South Australia
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and/or experience of the Redress Scheme, Privacy, Employee Relations and Industrial Law will be valued
• Comprehensive computer literacy skills, particularly in the Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• High level administration skills, with the ability to maintain records and documents confidentially
• Experience working with not-for-profit organisations will be highly regarded. 

Who is AnglicareSA?

AnglicareSA, South Australia's leading social services provider, empowers over 60,000 individuals annually. Our 2,000 passionate employees and 300+ dedicated volunteers work tirelessly to support individuals, families, and communities. We address immediate needs while fostering empowerment, dignity, and maintaining control in their lives.

From emergency assistance to lifelong support, our diverse services cater to every life stage. We champion social justice, equality, and strong communities, because together, we change lives.

How to Apply:

Please click on 'Apply' and submit your application by 9.00am on Friday, 17th January 2025*

*Please note: Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date.

We do not accept applications via email; for more information, please contact: Claire, Recruitment Business Partner at claire.doran@anglicaresa.com.au     

You can view the Position Description via the vacancy's advert on the AnglicareSA website for further details on the role requirements.

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At AnglicareSA, we want everyone to feel that they can be themselves and that they belong. We value diversity and inclusion and the benefits this brings to the people who work with us and the communities we serve. We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and abilities.

We are committed to the employment of First Nations people. Please contact the person listed above to discuss joining AnglicareSA and visit our website for details on our Aboriginal Services and to access AnglicareSA’s Reconciliation Action Plan.

AnglicareSA is a White Ribbon organisation committed to the prevention of violence against women.