Legal Counsel

We are seeking an enthusiastic Legal Counsel to collaborate across business units and advise on a diverse range of matters, including privacy and data protection, intellectual property, commercial and consumer law, and contract reviews. You will be engaging with numerous stakeholders across the organisation. You will also be involved in the organisation’s corporate governance matters, including the Club’s annual general meeting and Council election process.

What will you be doing?

• Advising on legal and regulatory issues that impact the organisation
• Working with a variety of stakeholders to anticipate and minimise legal risk
• Negotiating, drafting and reviewing a range of legal contracts, leases, software licences, and terms and conditions
• Providing legal support and advice on corporate governance and company secretarial matters
• Providing innovative solutions
• Reporting directly to the Executive Manager Legal and Governance

What are we looking for?

• An enthusiastic and proactive lawyer with a pragmatic mindset
• Ability to work autonomously while still being collaborative and a team player
• Positive attitude, flexible and displays resilience
• Strong stakeholder management skills
• Approx. 3 years post qualification experience, preferably in Corporate/ Commercial
• Exposure to IT, Data and Cyber Security is advantageous
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Admitted to practice law in Western Australia

Please Note: Applications close 5.00pm Tuesday 24th May 2022. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. All applicants are asked to submit a 1-page cover letter outlining their suitability and interest in the position along with their resume.

Vaccinations: To help ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of our people and members, RAC require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Confirmation of your vaccination (and/or medical exemption) details will be required during the recruitment process.

What can we offer you?

A career at RAC is more than just a job. We are passionate about our people and we strive to create an environment that fosters their growth and our culture. We value that everyone is different, and we strive to encourage everyone to reach their pinnacle. RAC are committed to developing our internal talent and this could be an ideal time to join our diverse and varied organisation that is currently going through a significant transformation. In addition to this we offer:

• Collaboration | Community | Innovation
• Professional career development and training
• A welcoming and supportive team that will provide you with practical training
• Flexible working
• Technology and tools to enable you to do your job from anywhere!
• Access to RAC member benefits
• An established Diversity & Inclusion strategy
• Generous discounts on home, contents and car insurance plus free roadside assistance
• In-house Health and Wellness programs
• A competitive base salary plus super (ability to purchase additional leave)
• A very active Social Club – join one of the most active social clubs in Perth with over 900 members!

About RAC

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, RAC values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups to apply.

RAC is committed to flexibility. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact.