Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate and Funds
CromwellAbout You
Cromwell Property Group is seeking a senior legal leader to drive our corporate legal and governance strategy as Senior Legal Counsel – Corporate and Funds. As our newest team member, you will be recognised for your unique skills, diverse ideas, abilities, and creativity. We thrive on collaboration and diversity, and value the fresh perspectives you will bring to the table.
Our ideal candidate will have:
Extensive experience in corporate legal and governance (funds management/REITs preferred)
Strong commercial acumen and judgement
Law degree and current practising certificate
Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
About the Role
Reporting to the Chief Legal & Commercial Officer, this Permanent Full-Time role is pivotal in shaping the company’s direction, providing high-level advice to the Board and Executive, and ensuring Cromwell’s legal and governance frameworks support our growth and compliance objectives.
Key Strategic Responsibilities:
Advise the Board and Executive Leadership on complex corporate legal and governance matters, influencing key business decisions and risk management.
Lead and develop the legal team and company secretary, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture aligned with Cromwell’s strategic goals.
Oversee legal support for major corporate actions, equity raisings, and transactions, ensuring alignment with Cromwell’s business strategy and regulatory obligations.
Provide expert legal guidance on funds management activities, including compliance with AFSLs, scheme establishment, disclosure documents, and regulatory requirements.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in legal processes, governance frameworks, and risk management practices to support Cromwell’s evolving needs.
Operational Responsibility:
Ensure the effective delivery of day-to-day legal services, including compliance, documentation, and support for business operations across the group.
What we bring
Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements and yearly performance bonuses
Celebrate with birthday leave, public holiday swaps, and volunteer leave
Benefit from 16 weeks paid parental leave available to all parents, regardless of gender
Access a wide variety of courses on LinkedIn Learning and receive financial support for training programs
Take advantage of our inclusive leave policy, including career breaks and grandparents leave
Enjoy corporate discounts on banking, gym memberships, health products, and activewear
How to Apply
Please click "apply" to lodge an application, if you have any questions about the role or would like to learn more, please contact Ash Lane, People & Culture Business Partner on ash.lane@cromwell.com.au.
About Us
Our vision is to be a trusted, capital light investment manager, recognised for our transparency, authenticity and creativity. To achieve this vision, we need people with the skills, ingenuity, creativity and desire to succeed.
Our multidisciplinary team is made up of people from diverse backgrounds with unique experiences and perspectives. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and respectful culture that allows our people to be their true and authentic selves. We believe this critical to the success as of our business. We’d love to have you as part of our team, and we’re excited to see what you could bring to this role.
Unsolicited agency resumes will not be accepted for this position and Cromwell will not honour any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process.