Senior Corporate Counsel

A Little About Us

Capricorn is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most dynamic Member-owned organisations. Since 1974, we’ve been dedicated in supporting our Members with solutions that truly matter. Our flagship Trade Account offers instant credit with over 2,000 Preferred Suppliers, simplified monthly expenses, and a generous rewards program as the cherry on top

We have a strong foundation in the automotive and machinery aftermarket industry with over 30,000 highly engaged Members across Australia and New Zealand, from national franchises to your local family workshop. Last year we facilitated $3.7bn worth of transactions, and returned nearly $93 million in value to our Members.

At Capricorn we work hard to ensure that Our People, Our Members and Preferred Suppliers are connected into the Capricorn Community.

Join us and be part of a team that’s committed to driving success, innovation and making a difference, while having some fun along the way!

Join Us as a Senior Corporate Counsel – Shape Strategy, Drive Impact

Are you a seasoned legal professional ready to make a strategic impact? At Capricorn Society Ltd, we’re looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality legal guidance across commercial, corporate governance, privacy, and financial services domains.

What You’ll Do

As a trusted advisor, you’ll:

• Provide timely, accurate legal advice to support business decisions and mitigate risk.
• Deliver company secretarial services for our operational subsidiaries—and potentially Capricorn Mutual Limited.
• Collaborate with senior and executive leaders on high-impact projects aligned with our strategic goals.
• Manage your own matters with autonomy, including stakeholder engagement and coordination within internal areas.
• Mentor and support junior legal team members, fostering growth and excellence.
  
  

What You Bring

Expertise & Attributes

• Deep knowledge of financial services, contracts, technology law, IP, debt recovery, and corporate governance.
• Proven experience in risk and compliance, including regulatory engagement and incident resolution.
• Skilled in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams.
• Being able to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to understand and convey complex concepts to people non-legal backgrounds.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, including short deadlines.
• Being able to work within a team as well as autonomously.
• Demonstrated negotiation of contract skills.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 9 years post-admission experience in a corporate/commercial legal environment.
• Background in public companies or financial services (credit or insurance) is highly desirable.
  
  

Qualifications

• LLB or equivalent legal qualification.
• Commerce or finance degree is a plus.
• Eligible to hold a current legal practising certificate in WA or another Australian jurisdiction.
• Postgraduate qualifications in corporate governance (e.g., Governance Institute of Australia, AICD) are advantageous.
  
  

A little on life at Capricorn

Joining our community is about more than just a job, so here’s what’s in it for you:

• Work flexibility – We’re all unique, and so are the ways in which we work. Whether it’s flexible hours or WFH arrangements, we’ll work with you to find the best way for us to work together.
• Development Opportunities – your success is ours too. We provide training opportunities and development to give you the tools you need to grow.
• Paid parental leave – during life’s most important times, we support parents’ leave (for both parents) and their transition back to work.
• Get social – our social calendar is full, with a range of different virtual and face-to-face events to keep us connected.
• A place you want to be – from the sweeping city views, coffee on tap and the general buzz of our team, Capricorn is a place you want to be.
• A cherry on top – we’ve got a heap of benefits that our team actually use, including a fantastic reward and recognition program, wellness program, additional leave purchase and so much more!
• Amazing Benefits – Unlock amazing benefits at Capricorn. We offer all staff free gym membership near the office, discounted private health benefits and all inclusive working from home kits to get you started!
  
  

Sound like you’d be a good fit?

If you are ready to become part of a growing community and make a real impact, get in touch today.

For further information, support with your application and details on Capricorn, please visit our website at capricorn.coop/careers