In House Legal Counsel and Policy Advisor

at  Carinity

About the role

• Join a progressive and supportive not-for-profit organisation.
• Looking for a new opportunity, in a new role that you can make your own?
• Full Time | Monthly RDO | Hybrid working available.

Carinity has an opportunity for a skilled lawyer to join their team. The ideal candidate will be confident in supporting the work of a significant faith-based public benevolent institution. In this role, you will be responsible for the Governance framework of the organisation, working with the Executive Management team in areas of Privacy, Employment Law, and Corporate Contracts. The ideal candidate will have the ability to advise specialist legal advisors to act on behalf of the organisation, as required, and will have an in depth understanding of the Privacy legislation, as it relates to Carinity. The role will act as the Privacy Officer, staying abreast of relevant Privacy legislation and major case decisions.

What do I need for the role?

• Bachelor of Laws, or other eligible law degree from a recognised Australian University.
• Current admission as solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland, holding an unrestricted practicing certificate
• Experience in working with a charity and within the aged care, education, youth and community industries.
• Extensive knowledge in the areas of contract, governance, employment and privacy law.

The benefits of joining the Carinity team

• Access to extensive not-for-profit salary packaging options.
• Be part of a value driven organisation, with a culture of caring for others
• Ongoing training and development to reach your full potential

Location: Carinity – Head Office
Carinity Head Office is based in the northern city fringe suburb of Gaythorne, close to shops, cafés and a variety of public transport options. The campus is surrounded by trees and offers ample free parking on site and is only a short drive from the Brisbane CBD.
Carinity actively encourages and invites applications from people with disabilities and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
For further information or enquiries please contact Kevin Griffiths on 3550 3701 during business hours.
Position Description : Carinity Corporate PD - In-House Legal Counsel and Policy Advisor
Carinity is after motivated and enthusiastic candidates who are committed to working with Carinity to make a real difference! If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!
To submit your application, click “Apply Now”, applications should include a resume and a cover letter that addresses the Essential Competencies and Experiences. When clicking apply, you will be redirected to Carinity’s website, which will contain more information on Carinity and a copy of the Position Description for this role.

About the role

• Join a progressive and supportive not-for-profit organisation.
• Looking for a new opportunity, in a new role that you can make your own?
• Full Time | Monthly RDO | Hybrid working available

What do I need for the role?

• Bachelor of Laws, or other eligible law degree from a recognised Australian University.
• Current admission as solicitor in the Supreme Court of Queensland, holding an unrestricted practicing certificate
• Experience in working with a charity and within the aged care, education, youth and community industries.
• Extensive knowledge in the areas of contract, governance, employment and privacy law