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Permanent full-time position, to be based in Melbourne or Sydney Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave Free daily breakfast and office social events Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community Make the smarter choice . Come and thrive with us. Learn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: bit.ly/HWbenefits About The Role And Team We have an exciting and rare opportunity for a senior or executive-level legal professional to join our Firm as General Counsel within our Legal Excellence and Risk function. The General Counsel is a Director-level role responsible for the firms legal, risk and ethics framework, providing strategic advice to the Board, partners and senior leaders on matters with material legal, regulatory and reputational impact. The role leads the Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit, and AML/CTF functions, supports the Board Risk Subcommittee, and has accountability for risk management, conflicts and ethics, regulatory compliance, contractual and insurance related risk. Through strong judgement and leadership, the General Counsel enables a risk aware, ethics led culture that protects the firms reputation and supports sustainable growth. Responsibilities providing strategic leadership of the firms legal, risk and ethics framework, ensuring alignment with the firms strategy, values and professional obligations; acting as a trusted senior advisor to the Board, partners and directors on legal, regulatory, ethical and reputational matters with firm-wide impact; leading and managing the Risk, Compliance and Internal Audit, and AML/CTF functions, setting clear priorities, accountabilities and performance expectations; owning and continuously improving the firms enterprise risk management framework, including oversight of conflicts, ethics, audits, claims and regulatory compliance; acting as a key member of the Board Risk Subcommittee, including preparation of Board-level risk reporting and escalation of material risk and ethical issues; providing authoritative guidance on professional obligations and legal risk, including client engagement risk, conflicts, ethics, privilege and trust-related issues; overseeing contractual and insurance related risk, including engagement terms, secondments, escrow arrangements, and professional indemnity insurance matters; leading the firms response to emerging and non-traditional risks, including technology-enabled risk, AI governance, information security, privacy, cyber preparedness, business continuity and modern slavery reporting; embedding a strong risk aware and ethics-led culture, leading and developing specialist teams in line with the Director-level Corporate Services Career Development Framework and supporting firm-wide training and capability uplift. About You an Australian law degree and hold a valid Australian practising certificate; a minimum of 7 years of post-admission experience (PAE); knowledge of legal profession regulation; familiarity with law firm risk management practices; understanding of the operating model of law firms; the ability to engage, influence and advise senior stakeholders; strong organisational and co-ordination skills; demonstrated commitment to quality, consistency and continuous improvement; strong judgement and discretion in managing sensitive, complex and high-risk matters; outstanding attention to detail; and the ability to operate with confidence and discretion at senior levels. About Us At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive. We are known for having a great culture that puts people first . A culture where our purpose and values - our Hallmarks - are lived, not laminated. We do great work, smarter . Were passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. Were famous for Smarter Law : smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve. Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together . We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. Hear from our people about what its like to thrive at Hall & Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople To learn more about Hall & Wilcox visit our website. Apply now Are you ready to make the smarter choice? Lets connect. Click apply to submit your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact AlisonDalyThomson, Talent Acquisition Manager, at [email protected] for a confidential discussion. This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance. #J-18808-Ljbffr