Introduction: Legal Counsel Location: Melbourne Employment type: Permanent Full Time Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 plus 12% superannuation and salary packaging Make a difference where it matters most At Housing Choices Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe and affordable home. We are a leading not-for-profit housing provider committed to building inclusive and thriving communities. Our Five-Year Strategic Plan (2024-29) prioritises people and aims to deliver social impact, sustainable growth, and empowered teams. Join us in building a better future, one home at a time. Why you will love working with us Join a passionate, purpose-driven team where your work creates lasting impact, and your wellbeing, growth, and individuality are genuinely valued. Purposeful impact - make a meaningful difference in people’s lives by supporting inclusive, safe, and affordable housing.Growth and development - enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities.Balance that works - enjoy 5 weeks annual leave and flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle.Valuable benefits - increase your income through salary packaging, salary continuance insurance, and 16 weeks of paid parental leave.Supportive culture - be recognised and celebrated in an inclusive, values-driven workplace. Description: About The Role As Legal Counsel, you will support a broad range of legal, governance and risk activities across the organisation. Working as part of a high-performing team, you’ll provide practical and timely advice across commercial contracts, property development, litigation, regulatory compliance, and governance matters. This is a dynamic role offering diverse legal challenges in a complex national environment. You’ll liaise with senior leaders, regulators, external legal advisers and internal stakeholders to guide Housing Choices through legal obligations and opportunities. Key responsibilities include: Provide legal advice on commercial contracts, development, litigation and governanceSupport regulatory obligations, external reporting and probity mattersDraft, review and negotiate agreements with partners, suppliers and agenciesAssist in maintaining core legal and governance policies and proceduresContribute to risk awareness, reporting and mitigation planningSupport ethical and compliant decision-making across business operationsCollaborate on legal education and internal capability building About The Team The General Counsel & CoSec group ensures robust governance, compliance, and legal management, underpinning Housing Choices Australia’s commitment to integrity and accountability. The team proactively manages risk, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance to sustain operational excellence and ethical standards. This function is integral to maintaining trust with stakeholders and ensuring that the organisation’s strategic and operational decisions align with legal obligations and best practices. Skills and Experiences: About You You will have: At least 4 years post-admission experience in commercial or corporate lawA current practising certificate or eligibility to hold one in AustraliaExperience in legal advisory roles in the private, public or NFP sectorsStrong interest in purpose-driven or community-based workExcellent problem-solving, stakeholder engagement and drafting skillsHigh levels of discretion, integrity and sound commercial judgementAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment You must agree to undergo any required employment screening, including but not limited to a National Criminal History or Police Check, Working with Children or Vulnerable Persons Check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value unique experiences and perspectives. Our values in action Everything we do is guided by our shared values: Putting people first - we listen, respect, and respond to our communities.Working together - collaboration helps us achieve better outcomes.Doing the right thing - we act with integrity and accountability.Acting boldly - we innovate to address current housing challenges. We are committed to a strategy that supports tenant wellbeing, organisational growth, environmental responsibility, and workforce empowerment. Belong at Housing Choices We are an inclusive and values-led employer, proudly welcoming people of all identities and backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA individuals, and those with lived experience of housing insecurity. We support inclusive hiring practices. Please let us know your pronouns or if you require any adjustments during the application process, as we are here to assist you. How To Apply Apply now! Applications close: 12 August 2025 unless a suitable candidate is identified earlier. For further information, please contact Chelsea Isaacson, People & Culture Business Partner on (03) 8636 9408. If you do not meet every requirement, please still apply, as we value potential and diverse experiences as much as a perfect CV. Disclaimer: To the best of Housing Choices Australia’s knowledge, this information is valid at the time of publication. Agencies, thank you for thinking of us, but our recruitment is managed internally, and we will reach out to our preferred suppliers if we need assistance
