Financial Services/Corporate Lawyer

About Us
Mutual Trust is a modern Multi-Family Office providing integrated wealth services to some Australia's most successful families, family businesses, trustees, not-for-profits and individuals. Our purpose is to help families achieve what matters most.

About Our Team
Mutual Trust has over 210 staff, located across our offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth and Adelaide. Our team enjoys a fun and engaging culture. We have diverse roles and opportunities across wealth management, accounting, tax, family office, agri-business, trustee and philanthropy competencies, supported by a broad corporate team of legal, financial, marketing and P&
C professionals.

The Opportunity
Reporting to the General Counsel &
Company Secretary, you'll provide legal advice and support for non-trust related legal and governance matters within Mutual Trust's internal corporate team.You'll play a critical role in managing legal, regulatory and governance issues within the organisation, ensuring Mutual Trust continues to help our clients achieve what matters most.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support including review and negotiation of contracts, advising on regulatory issues and supporting the business with advice on legislative changes and legal risk management.
• Offer legal assistance across Mutual Trust's Wealth Business, including advisory on AFS licensing requirements, reviewing legal documentation and ensuring compliance with the Corporations Act and ASIC regulations.
• Support on workplace law matters, provide updates on changes in law, and assist with employment agreements.
• Offer internal legal advice to client-facing team members and advise the Philanthropy Team on compliance with relevant guidelines.
• Contribute to the development of internal policies and governance practices.
• Prepare materials for compliance learning systems and deliver internal training on legal issues.

About You

You have strong commercial acumen, a collaborative approach and the ability to provide solutions-focused, commercial legal advice to a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

What we're looking for:

• 5-7 years PQE lawyer with broad experience in financial services law and general corporate/commercial law.
• Solid understanding of financial services laws, obligations of AFS licensees, investment advisory, investment management and investment operations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen, understand legal issues and partner with the business to deliver sound advice and solutions.
• Proactive in understanding and communicating legal risks, delivering risk management strategies.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and also collaboratively, both as an internal legal adviser and in liaison with external law firms.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and a hands-on approach to a broad-ranging role.

Culture &
Benefits
As an employee of Mutual Trust, you will enjoy:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements and the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
• Professional training and development for staff of all levels.
• Yearly health and well-being allowance and activities for our staff.
• Work with industry experts in highly specialised roles.
• Employee assistance program offering free counselling and support for you and your family.
• Annual performance payment based on the business and your performance.
• Paid community/volunteer days and charity involvement.

How to Apply

Mutual Trust is a purpose-led organisation. We achieve this with people who are Excellent, Heartfelt, Inspiring and Principled. If these values resonate with you, please submit your application online with the following:

1. A cover letter, and
2. A detailed resume in Word format

If you would like more information on this role, please call Kate Farmer on .

Permanent residents or no visa restrictions candidates only.