In-house Lawyer needed at Badger Holdings Ltd

About the Role

• We are seeking to appoint an In-house Lawyer! This role supports the Head of Legal in Australia by providing high-quality legal services across dispute resolution, regulatory responses, litigation preparation, legal research, and internal advisory functions. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, managing risk, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

Key responsibilities:

Dispute Resolution:

• Timely and accurate drafting of IDR response letters and tribunal submissions.
• Effective management of Ombudsman and AFCA matters within required timeframes.

Regulatory & Governance:

• Compliance with Australian regulatory guidelines and General Insurance Code of Practice.
• Accurate and timely preparation of regulatory response letters and reporting.

Litigation & Mediation:

• Delivery of concise case summaries and chronologies for mediations and trials.
• Effective support in litigation management and reporting.

Legal Advisory & Research:

• Provision of clear, accurate legal advice on insurance products and complex claims.
• Completion of ad hoc legal research within agreed timelines.

General Legal Support:

• Drafting of agreements and accurate maintenance of matter registers.
• Professional communication with external legal providers and internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Adherence to Pacific policies and procedures.
• Timely incident/breach reporting and support for regulatory change management.

Job Requirements
The requirements: 

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, corporate governance, and intellectual property.
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure with strong attention to detail.
• Professional, collaborative approach with exceptional communication skills.