Senior Legal Counsel

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An Australian submarine company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to deliver high-quality legal advice and support the organization's business activities. The successful candidate will manage legal risks, review and negotiate various agreements, and provide expert advice across departments. With at least 3 years of experience and a Bachelor of Laws, you'll enjoy unique work with flexibility, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 10 days additional leave

Generous parental leave

Subsidised childcare

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Discounts from leading Australian brands

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in South Australia.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post admission experience in legal practice.

Responsibilities

• Research and provide legal advice on business matters.
• Review and negotiate contracts.
• Assist senior legal team with briefings of external lawyers.

Skills

Excellent verbal communication

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to influence and engage

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear‑powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 1900‑plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear‑powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Legal, the Senior Legal Counsel will play a key role in supporting the organisation by delivering high‑quality legal advice across a broad range of business activities. The role is integral to helping the business proactively manage legal risk and maintain strong compliance.

Sitting within a central corporate function, this position will provide expert advice on commercial matters, including reviewing and negotiating contracts for the procurement of goods and services, as well as a variety of other commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Research and provide advice and support to various areas of the business in relation to legal issues
• Maintain and update precedents and templates while also reviewing reports, presentations and papers
• Assist senior legal team members with instructing/briefing of external lawyers
• Draft NDAs and CDPs and prepare Australian and foreign import and export licenses and permits, end user/delivery verification certificates, non‑disclosure undertakings and assurances

Role Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws, Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (or equivalent) and be admitted to practice law in South Australia
• Excellent verbal communication and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality, accuracy and timeliness
• Ability to work autonomously, influence and engage with multiple stakeholders across the business.
• A minimum of 3 years’ post admission experience (preferably in private practice or in‑house legal experience)

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Employee Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Erin Clarke at EGM Recruitment [e-mail] or apply via the link.