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Executive Search Partner, In-House Legal, Company Secretary & Governance, at Greenfields Executive Recruitment & Search -…

An outstanding opportunity exists for a strategic, commercially astute Senior Legal Counsel to join a respected financial services organisation on a 12-month contract. In this high-impact role, you’ll be at the forefront of complex corporate transactions and M&A activity, while also providing clear, practical advice across a broad spectrum of retail banking matters.

You’ll play a critical role guiding governance, regulatory and transactional matters, working closely with executives and cross-functional teams to deliver strategic outcomes. This is an ideal role for a Senior Legal Counsel looking to make a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven, member-focused environment that blends commercial focus with a collaborative, down-to-earth culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all aspects of the legal and governance workstreams for complex M&A and strategic transactions, from structuring and due diligence through to board approvals and integration planning.
• Provide expert, hands-on advice on corporate governance, directors’ duties, and compliance with the Corporations Act and APRA / ASIC regulatory frameworks.
• Support retail banking operations with clear, practical guidance on a range of legal and regulatory matters.
• Engage confidently with Board and executive stakeholders, and manage relationships with external counsel.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of governance frameworks, policies and member communications.

About You:

• 8–12+ years’ PQE in corporate advisory or M&A, ideally with experience gained in private practice and/or an in-house financial services legal team.
• Strong technical expertise in corporate law, with the ability to advise on complex transactions and regulatory matters.
• Commercial, hands-on and solutions-focused, with a proven ability to work autonomously and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at building relationships and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience within mutual banking is advantageous, but not essential.

Greenfields is a specialist In-House Legal, Company Secretary and Corporate Governance Executive Search & Recruitment firm. Partnering with a diverse portfolio of cross-sector clients, including top ASX listed organisations, non-listed organisations, multinationals, small and medium size enterprises, and not-for-profits.

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Aislyn Jennings, Executive Search Partner, on 0432 000 919 or send your CV to Write to the company

Greenfields will only accept documents in MS Word or PDF format. We do not accept or open external links to profiles or adverts. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeContract

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesBanking and Financial Services

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