Cancer Council NSW is Australia’s leading cancer organisation and our vision is to change the path of cancer and make sure no one walks alone. We are dedicated to meaningful careers where you will not only change the lives and futures of people affected by cancer, but you will work in a multi-award awarding winning culturally connected environment.

About us

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia’s leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you’ll know that each day the work you’re doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.

Together, we will work towards our goal of a cancer free future, while at the same time encouraging you to get the most out of your life with a supportive environment anchored in flexibility, physical and mental wellbeing to bring out the best of what makes you uniquely you. CCNSW we’re here for meaningful careers that feel good.

About the team

The Finance, Strategy & Operations (FSO) Division supports CCNSW’s strategic ambition by enabling and facilitating a future ready and sustainable organisation. FSO’s key objective is to support the organisation to take advantage of new opportunities and trends, ensuring our technology, data and processes are best in class, without exposing CCNSW to compliance, governance, cyber, security, or safety risks.

About the role

The General Counsel provides advice and support to the Board, Executive Leadership Team, and other stakeholders on all matters that have legal implications or present a legal risk. The role also provides guidance on legislative compliance, policies, corporate governance and privacy risk, and is a key member of the data breach response team, and acts as the organisation’s Privacy Officer. The role establishes and maintains policies and processes to identify, assess, and enable organisation-wide legal compliance.

The General Counsel provides leadership to a small team of legal counsels, including volunteers.

Key responsibilities of the role

• Prepares, reviews and advises on a wide range of documents including contracts, agreements and collaborative arrangements Provides advice on legal issues as they arise e.g. IP, confidentiality and privacy, trademark, contested estates, etc.
• Regularly monitors and reports on changes to relevant legislation and regulations, taking or advising on appropriate action to respond to such change.
• Advises on legal risk and compliance matters, reviews policies and processes.
• Acts as Privacy Officer.
• Manages a range of internal and external relationships including external legal providers.
• Ensures registers, records and approvals are established and maintained.
• Liaises and ensures compliance with external regulators and advisers, such as the ACNC, ASIC, and OAIC.
• Provides legal advice and training to internal stakeholders on laws and policies relevant to charitable and not-for-profit organisations, including advice on relevant policy and law reform initiatives.

About you

Essential

• A law degree and current unrestricted NSW practicing certificate, with 10+ years of experience including in-house, in a senior legal role.
• Strong contracts, commercial and general law experience including intellectual property, privacy, technology services, and commercial risk management.
• Experience leading a team and working with a diverse range of key stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience in the NFP sector.

About the benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award.
• Access to flexible work arrangements including a balanced approach to WFH and office.
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness.

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected] using the subject line: General Counsel enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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