Legal Counsel na Beyond Bank Australia

• Adelaide based
• Full time (75 hours per fortnight)
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Salary range: $100,000 to $110,000 per year
   

Be part of Beyond Bank a bank that is for and with you.

We are one of Australia's largest, 100% customer-owned mutual banks with a credit union heritage. With over 300,000 customers and over 40 branches across five states, we are working hard to be the best relationship bank for customers and communities in Australia. When you join Beyond Bank, you will work for a B Corp and be part of a friendly, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can continue progressing, no matter what stage of your career.

Our values of Customer Obsessed, Empowering Communities, Right things, right way, Shared Ambition, and Championing Sustainability are integral to all that we do and are the standards to which we hold ourselves.

Where and how you can work

This role will be located within our Adelaide office with the ability for hybrid work. 

The role

The Legal Counsel provides practical legal advice and support across a range of areas, including contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and privacy. Working under the guidance of the General Counsel, this role assists with legal tasks, ensures compliance with applicable laws, and supports risk management frameworks. The Legal Counsel contributes to business objectives by delivering accurate, timely advice and collaborating closely with senior legal leadership to manage legal risks effectively.

In this role, you will

• Provide legal advice on applicable laws and regulations (Corporations Act, ASIC Act, National Consumer Credit Protection Act, Privacy Act, APRA standards, etc.) under the guidance of the General Counsel.
• Support compliance programs, regulatory reporting, and privacy obligations under the Privacy Act and CPS 234.
• Assist with board and committee governance matters, including preparation of papers and advice on directors’ duties.
• Review and draft internal policies and procedures to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Ensure contracts support the organisation’s legal and business interests, including compliance with CPS 230 and CPS 234.
• Advise internal stakeholders on contractual obligations, risk allocation, and legal exposure.

About you

Exceptional communication and organisational skills, strong legal drafting and negotiation expertise, and the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure. You’ll deliver pragmatic, commercially focused advice aligned with business objectives and risk appetite, while demonstrating professionalism, ethics, and integrity.

• Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) or equivalent qualification.
• Admitted as a solicitor / barrister in an Australian jurisdiction.
• Minimum 2 years post-admission experience.
• Proven experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.

See yourself in our team

Our company secretary governance team's primary responsibility is to ensure that Beyond Bank complies with legal, regulatory and statutory requirements. We act as a bridge between the board of directors and stakeholders, ensuring that governance practices are upheld to the highest standard.

Why work for Beyond Bank?

We welcome candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, LGBTQIA+ as well as culturally diverse community members to apply for our roles.

Beyond Bank is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and employment experience. If you identify as a person living with disability and require adjustments to our online application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, or modifications for accessibility to our locations, please contact us at [email protected]

There are even more benefits:

• Additional 3 paid work-life balance days to boost your annual leave
• Paid community volunteer days to support community organisations across Australia
• Access to employee discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, employee and family assistance, plus more
• A flexible and diverse working environment
• Career development opportunities, training and coaching

By joining Beyond Bank, you will have the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals who will support and encourage you to achieve your full potential. If you are passionate about people and want to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
 

What does our recruitment process look like?
The process can include a phone screen, video interview, virtual or face-to-face interview, psychometric testing, and all relevant background checking. Some positions may require undergoing 4 weeks of mandatory full training.

Apply Now!
To find out more about Beyond Bank visit beyondbank.com.au or for more information contact [email protected]

Applications close 4/12/2025

As a Certified B Corp, we use our business as a force for good.

By applying for this opportunity you are providing consent for Beyond Bank Australia to conduct all pre-employment screening checks (APRA, ASIC, Bankruptcy, National Criminal History Check, VEVO, Adverse Media Check and Reference Checks) at the expense of Beyond Bank Australia.