Senior Corporate Lawyer

Iselect Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual celebrations

Flexible work arrangements (1 day WFH/

ME leave and Volunteer Day leave

Free coffee

Additional leave options

Return To Work bonus

Quarterly awards

Job summary

iSelect Ltd is seeking a seasoned lawyer to join its legal team, covering General Insurance, Credit, Energy and evolving products. You will practice broadly, deliver practical advice swiftly, and help grow and navigate a dynamic regulatory landscape.

You will advise on regulatory obligations, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, and provide strategic input on major projects. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 8+ years' PQE in a mid/top-tier private practice or in-house role.
• Experience with regulatory compliance matters in a governed industry (financial services preferred).
• Strong ability to advise, draft and negotiate contracts and commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Advise the business on legislative and regulatory obligations.
• Draft, advise on and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Provide legal and strategic advice on major expenditures and projects.
• Support the creation of quality marketing collateral and website design.
• Lead and contribute to industry best practices and drive improvements.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Contract drafting & negotiation

Consumer protection laws

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Law degree / JD

Job description

iSelect and Compare the Market are trusted, well-known brands dedicated to helping millions of Australians compare and buy personal finance and household products such as insurance, energy, and loans. Together, we provide a seamless, customer-focused experience that makes it easier for Australians to find the right products to suit their needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to our General Counsel, this is a broad, hands-on legal role that gives you the opportunity to practice across a range of areas from General Insurance, Credit, Energy and an evolving range of products and services.

Our legal team exists to deliver high-quality, practical advice efficiently and collaboratively, creating genuine competitive advantage for the business. You'll provide practical advice that helps us grow, innovate and navigate an evolving regulatory landscape. You’ll:

• Advise the business on its legislative and regulatory obligations
• Draft, advise on and negotiate commercial agreements
• Provide legal and strategic advice in relation to major expenditures and projects
• Support the creation of quality marketing collateral and website design
• Support and contribute to best practice and industry changeDemonstrate thought leadership by identifying opportunities for improvement and driving adoption of more efficient practices

What’s In It For You

At Compare the Market and iSelect, we’re all about helping people make smart choices - and joining us might just be yours. We offer an environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are valued, and your growth genuinely matters. Collaboration is part of our DNA and you’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking team where you can do meaningful work (and be recognised for it!)

We’re guided by three shared values that shape how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our customers - Drive, Noble Intent and All Together.

Plus, we offer a range of great perks to help you thrive both in and out of work:

• Vibrant and social community who have annual celebrations, family fun days and regular events
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including the option of one day working from home each week or a 9-day fortnight
• Enjoy additional leave days - 'ME' leave and 'Volunteer Day' leave
• Free coffee on Mondays
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Return To Work bonus for returning parents
• Quarterly Award and Recognition program

What Sets You Apart

You’re a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys getting close to the business and solving complex problems. With at least eight years' PQE and a strong foundation built in a mid or top-tier private practice environment, you're known for your calm, professional style and ability to provide clear advice. We’re looking for:

• Strength across regulatory compliance matters, contract negotiation and drafting and consumer protection laws will impress us
• Experience in a regulated industry, ideally financial services
• Knowledge of Consumer Law, Privacy Act and financial services regulation
• Great communication and stakeholder management skills

Interested? We’d love to hear from you!

* We're also open to Brisbane-based professionals *

At Compare the Market and iSelect we’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we embrace diversity.

This role is available to candidates with unlimited Australian working rights only. Sponsorship is not available.

iSelect and Compare the Market, brands of iCompare Holdings, are committed to protecting your privacy. All applications and personal information are kept confidential and securely stored in line with Australian privacy laws, used only for recruitment purposes, and not shared with third parties outside iCompare Holdings without your consent.