General Counsel

General Counsel

At Macquarie Technology Group, were passionate about doing things differently. We want to challenge the industry and look for better ways of doing things. We are hardworking, results, and success-focused. We also take the time to celebrate our success and make sure our people are doing work that makes a difference.

We believe that collaboration & team connection is key for success. This role will be based in Sydney with a hybrid working arrangement. #LI-Hybrid

The Opportunity

The General Counsel leads a small team of lawyers to advise on a range of corporate and commercial law arrangements, including technology contracts, sales opportunities, and corporate & commercial work to support our four business units. The General Counsel also works closely with the CEO and CFO on general company initiatives such as strategy, structure, and funding.

What you'll be doing

• Provide practical and pragmatic corporate, commercial, and technology law advice
• Manage Macquarie Technology Group's insurance portfolio
• Manage Macquarie Technology Group's leasing arrangements from a legal perspective
• Provide support to the People & Culture team on IR / ER issues as required
• Negotiate major deals in conjunction with Sales or Line of Business personnel
• Manage all litigation for the company and pre-litigation advice
• Assist relevant commercial personnel with the preparation of responses to customer tenders, with particular emphasis on reviewing and preparing legal response to any proposed terms and conditions (including Federal Government tenders)
• Train Sales and Account Management personnel on legal risks such as Australian Consumer Law and Privacy
• Supervise the senior legal professionals in business as usual and project work
• Lead and manage the legal team through regular 1 : 1s, coaching, and performance development conversations

Ideal skills & experience

Why us?

If this excites you, apply now , we'd love to hear from you!

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