Corporate Counsel

Job description

As a Corporate Counsel at TAL, you'll provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across a broad mix of regulatory, product and commercial matters. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll help shape confident decisions, navigate regulatory change and support initiatives that impact millions of Australians. This is a broad inhouse legal opportunity where you'll work across commercial, regulatory and product matters, partnering closely with the business on issues that directly influence TAL's customers and strategic priorities. In This Role You Will: Provide practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory and product matters Partner with stakeholders on the development and distribution of life insurance products Draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements Advise on regulatory change, customer communications, marketing and consumer protection matters Support corporate legal matters including contracts and intellectual property Help the business understand emerging legal and regulatory risks Contribute to broader industry reform and advocacy across life insurance and superannuation An Australian practising qualification and at least 3 to 5 years' PQE Experience providing legal advice within financial services, insurance, superannuation, wealth or another highly regulated environment Exposure to life insurance regulation and consumer protection frameworks is highly regarded, but not essential Strong commercial contracting, negotiation and drafting capability Sound commercial judgement and the ability to balance legal risk with practical business outcomes Confidence partnering with stakeholders and translating complex legal issues into clear, practical advice Curiosity and a genuine interest in emerging regulatory and industry developments TAL is one of Australia’s leading life insurers, committed to inclusion, and supporting the career growth of our diverse workforce. We’re proud to be: An Inclusive Employer – Recognised as Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency and Bronze Tier Status within the Australian Workplace Equality Index Diversity Champions – Member of Diversity Council Australia, Australian Disability Network, Pride in Diversity and Champions of Change Reconciliation Advocates – Read our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan . We welcome applications from people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, caregivers, individuals living with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Let our team know by getting in touch with us here. —we’re here to support you. You’re always accountable for your actions. You never give up. You strive to find the best outcomes for customers and partners. And you value working together to find the best solutions for problems. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your eligibility for a role at TAL including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory and Reference Checks. Job ads We will be upgrading the way you apply for jobs at TAL and therefore our job ads will be temporarily unavailable from 5pm Friday 23rd October until 9am Monday 26 October 2026. All job application deadlines will be extended to ensure you have ample time to apply. We look forward to seeing your application . #LI-Hybrid Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility. If you are already a TAL employee please apply via the SmartRecruiters button in Workday and navigate to the Employee Portal. This is important to ensure that your application is recorded accurately . Work closely with experienced legal leaders in a collaborative team that values development, knowledge sharing and professional growth Enjoy work-life balance with flexible working options, and well-being initiatives that prioritise your health Sydney office with free on-site gym and classes Why Join Us? Your work at TAL will have a direct impact on the lives of over 5 million Australians, often during their most challenging times. Alongside our partners, you’ll contribute to meaningful work that makes a difference. We’re committed to being proactive and accountable, enhancing how we work and collaborate to get things done. Our values – respect, commitment, and resourcefulness – guide us as we deliver on our purpose, working with governments, industry colleagues, and partners to make a lasting impact. We also do what’s right by giving back. Through volunteering, championing equity, health, and sustainability, we actively support our community.