Legal Counsel (6 Months Fixed Term)

About the company The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is a not-for-profit organisation providing world class aeromedical, search and rescue services to those in need 24/7. The Service has 50 years of proud history, and operates from three bases in NSW (Tamworth, Belmont, Lismore) in addition to a Head Office and Deep Level Maintenance (DLM) facility based in Broadmeadow, NSW. With a clear vision for our future – to be Australia’s leading Aeromedical and Rescue Service provider, we know the key to success is a motivated, trained, and empowered team operating within a culture of professionalism and accountability.

About the opportunity Reporting to the General Counsel / Company Secretary, the Legal Counsel is a trusted advisor to the Board, Senior Leadership Team and broader organisation. This role provides high-quality, commercially astute legal advice across a broad range of matters, including commercial and contractual agreements, regulatory and legislative compliance, governance, and risk management.

This role is being offered as a six-month fixed term contract and is a hands‑on, influential role that supports the organisation’s strategic goals while strengthening legal frameworks and protecting the Service’s operations.

Key areas of impact include:

Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and legal documentation

Providing legal advice across compliance, regulatory and project matters

Supporting the Board, executive and business units on legal and governance requirements

Assisting with litigation matters and managing external legal providers

Developing legal policies, procedures and staff training programs

Monitoring legislative and regulatory changes and advising on impacts

Supporting governance documentation and organisational risk management

Maintaining compliance, contracts and risk registers

About you You are a confident, commercially minded legal professional who thrives in a purpose-driven environment. You enjoy working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders, and bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach to your work.

You will bring:

Bachelor of Laws

Current Practising Certificate (or ability to obtain)

Minimum 8 years’ legal counsel experience in a corporate environment

Experience within an NGO or not-for-profit environment (highly regarded)

Strong influencing, negotiation and relationship management skills

A professional, values-aligned and collaborative working style

How to apply To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Louise Mann today on 02 4927 2024 or louisem@peoplefusion.com.au or Amy King on 02 4927 2004 or amyk@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion — we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application please don’t hesitate to contact us.

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