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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | LIFE INSURANCE & SUPERANNUATION INDUSTRIES SEPTEMBER 2008 |
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Legal Affairs Manager |
| Position Code: | 905 | | Career Level: | 5 |
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Responsible for
Managing the organisation's Legal Department and providing legal advice in relation to all matters affecting the organisation and representing the organisation where appropriate. |
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Reports To
Group Counsel, Chief Financial Officer, CEO. |
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Supervises
Legal Officers. |
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Main Activities
Operating across all parts of the business through the provision of advice to Executives and Directors on legal aspects of their defined areas, playing an integral role in the ongoing success of the organisation.
Interpreting legal documentation and advising management on the most appropriate course of action.
Drafting court documents and appearing in court to represent the organisation and briefing external counsel on legal issues that fall outside of their realm.
Preparing and authorising security documents in major loans; advising staff on relevant procedures in non-routine security.
Negotiating major contracts on behalf of the organisation.
Analysing the organisation's legal and corporate risk, and offering alternatives and recommendations as required.
Researching all legislation affecting the organisation (e.g.: debt recovery) and ensuring the organisation is informed of new or proposed legislation and policy.
Liaising with government officials and having some responsibility for company secretarial and compliance matters.
Managing, leading and mentoring the team of Legal employees within the organisation.
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Key Skills
Extensive knowledge of Corporations Law, Stock Exchange Listing Rules, Privacy Act, Intellectual Property Law, Industrial Relations, Employment Law and Trade Practices Law.
Experience with corporate mergers and acquisitions and general transaction exposure.
Superior negotiation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of attention to detail.
Pro-active approach.
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Internal Contacts
All Divisional and Functional Managers. |
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External Contacts
External Solicitors and Appraisers, Stock Exchange Employees. |
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Typical Experience
At least 8 - 10 years experience as a Corporate Lawyer (with relevant industry experience) coupled with a Bachelor or Laws and Business, Accounting or Economics Degree. |
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