<p>Catholic Schools Broken Bay is currently seeking an experienced Legal Counsel on a permanent full-time basis.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Why join us at Catholic Schools Broken Bay?</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>We value our people so they can best support every student to learn and flourish in a culture of safety and care. This is why we have taken the initiative to get ahead of the market and offer the following unique package of benefits to our staff:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><strong>Staff School Fee Discounts:</strong> Eligible staff receive a 25% discount on their children's school fees at our schools, pro-rated to their FTE&nbsp;</li> <li><strong>Wellbeing Support:</strong> We provide a robust wellbeing program to ensure our staff thrive and grow, including a Fitness Passport</li> <li><strong>Salary Packaging</strong> for eligible employees</li> <li><strong>Free, on-site parking</strong> at our Pennant Hills office</li> </ul> <p><strong>Specific Criteria</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>The successful applicant will demonstrate:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Admission as a Legal Practitioner of the Supreme Court of NSW, with at least five years’ post-admission experience&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience providing practical, day-to-day legal advice in a complex organisational environment and acting as a first point of contact for legal guidance&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong experience drafting legal documents, managing contracts and overseeing commercial agreements&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated capability in legal risk management, particularly within large or complex organisations&nbsp;</li> <li>Knowledge of governance, compliance obligations and legislative frameworks, &nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to liaise effectively with external lawyers and other professional advisors&nbsp;</li> <li>Understanding of commercial operations and organisational decision-making&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and the ability to tailor advice to the receiving audience&nbsp;</li> <li>A customer-focused approach, working collaboratively with stakeholders to understand and meet their needs&nbsp;</li> <li>Ability to remain adaptable and responsive to change, and to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong Microsoft Office skills&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated commitment to the Catholic ethos and willingness to support the mission and values of Catholic education&nbsp;</li> <li>A strong commitment to safeguarding and child safety&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>We are Catholic Schools Broken Bay, a vibrant and enriching learning environment that spans the Central Coast, Sydney's Northern Beaches and the North Shore. Students are engaged, empowered and inspired to become their best selves. Our 43 schools promote faith, learning, and wellbeing.&nbsp;</p> <p>We invite parents, caregivers, and students to discover a Catholic education delivered with care and compassion, available through our Kindergarten to Year 12 pathways.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How do I apply?</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications should include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A Cover Letter of no more than two pages addressing why you are interested in the role and responding to the specific criteria listed above; and&nbsp;</li> <li>A current Resume&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i>At Catholic Schools Broken Bay, child safety is paramount. Our commitment is for our school communities to be spaces where every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to grow and flourish. We actively seek individuals who recognise and are willing to commit to safeguarding as a shared responsibility.</i>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>