Senior Legal Counsel

The Company is in search of a Senior Legal Counsel to join their dynamic and high-performing team. The successful candidate will be at the forefront of commercial and regulatory matters, providing specialized advice on data privacy, competition, consumer law, and all aspects of corporate and commercial law. This role is pivotal in supporting the business's objectives, and the environment is collaborative and supportive, with direct access to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Responsibilities include providing timely and practical legal advice, drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, and ensuring compliance with New Zealand regulatory issues. The role also involves engaging with regulators, industry associations, and consumer advocacy bodies to represent the organization's interests effectively. Applicants for the Senior Legal Counsel position at the company should have a minimum of 8 years' of experience, ideally within financial services or similar regulated industries. A deep understanding of data privacy laws, competition, and consumer law is essential, as is a proven track record of engaging constructively with regulators and industry bodies. The role requires a commercially minded lawyer who can balance business objectives with legal requirements, and who is adept at structuring deals that reflect both risk frameworks and industry best practices. The company values a trusted business partner approach to the legal function and is looking for a candidate who enjoys being close to the business, solving interesting problems, and having a visible influence on the organization's evolution.