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Legal Counsel / Company Secretary — Corporate, Sydney

A leading international law firm

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Short-term, full-time (hybrid) role based in Sydney providing company secretarial and legal counsel support to a large, regulated organisation. This is a fixed 3-month engagement suitable for an experienced company secretary/legal counsel looking to work closely with boards and senior executives.

The role includes preparing and servicing Board and Committee meetings, drafting minutes and governance materials, supporting continuous disclosure and Listing Rules compliance, advising on directors' duties and conflicts, and liaising with regulators and key stakeholders. You will also review and refine Board papers and presentations to maintain quality and compliance standards.

  • Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in company secretarial, corporate governance or in-house legal roles (private practice experience considered)
  • Strong knowledge of the Corporations Act and Listing Rules and demonstrable experience with continuous disclosure and directors' duties
  • Proven experience servicing Boards and Committees (meeting prep, agendas, minute-taking, director engagement)
  • Experience engaging with regulators and preparing submissions or regulatory communications
  • Current Australian practising certificate and right to work in Australia

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