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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Taylor RootDirector - In-House Legal Recruitment @ Taylor RootGeneral Counsel InsuranceThis pivotal Sydney-based role will see the appointed General Counsel lead the firms legal and compliance function, advising on corporate and commercial matters while navigating Australias medical, health, insurance and finance regulatory landscape.Key Responsibilities:Provide strategic legal counsel to senior leadership and business stakeholders across all operational areas.Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations, advising on risk mitigation for both existing operations and new products/services.Lead contract negotiations, drafting, and finalisation of vendor agreements and other commercial arrangements.Oversee the compliance team, offering regulatory guidance across corporate functions and broader business operations.Engage and manage external legal counsel as required.Key Experience & Qualifications:Minimum 10+ years experience as a corporate lawyer within the insurance sector.Deep expertise in Australian insurance regulations, with additional financial services exposure highly regarded.Strong strategic acumen combined with a hands-on approach to daily legal matters.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.Thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities effectively.This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned legal leader to shape the legal and compliance landscape of a dynamic insurance firm.For further details or a confidential discussion, reach out to Ann Marie Martakis at Taylor Root at annmariemartakis@taylorroot.com.auSeniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesInsuranceReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Taylor Root by 2xSign in to set job alerts for General Counsel roles.Chatswood, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoDirector, Counsel, Business Legal (Fixed Term)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoLegal Counsel - Corporate and CommercialDirector - Business Development (Digital Forensics & Incident Response)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSenior Legal Counsel Commerical Lawyer Office of General CounselChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Legal Counsel - MinterEllison Flex - SydneyRisk and Compliance Senior Manager (AML/CTF Compliance Officer)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 15 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 19 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoLegal Counsel - Office of General Counsel | SydneySydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoLegal Counsel - Corporate and Commercial | General Counsel''s OfficeSydney, New South Wales, Australia 23 hours agoStrategic Business Development Lead (Japanese Speaking), APACSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr