Litigation/Projects Lawyer

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.ABOUT USAs an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.ABOUT THE ROLEThe Litigation/Projects Lawyer is crucial due to their involvement in handling litigious and non-litigious project and policy matters of strategic importance to AFL and Australian Football more generally, including (but not limited to) concussion and head trauma, racism and other misconduct and anti-doping and illicit drug use.Reporting to and working closely with the General Counsel and other members of the AFL Legal, Regulatory & Integrity team, the Litigation/Projects Lawyer will work on a range of matters contributing to the management of several of the AFL's most important strategic risks.A DAY IN THE LIFE OFKey Accountabilities:Providing instructions to external and in-house lawyers with respect to the conduct of the AFL's defence of claims and in response to a range of regulatory/governmental inquiries.Collaborating with stakeholders across the AFL and the broader industry with respect to legal aspects of the AFL's positions on a range of key strategic risks.Being a key contributor to the development and operation of relevant policies with respect to those key strategic risks.Managing the provision of a full range of legal and compliance issues seeking to resolve those issues with minimum impact to the business.Preparing and draft submissions and reports in respect of complex legal matters and legal issues affecting the AFL.OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBERCore Competencies:Bachelor of Laws.Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in Victoria.Victorian Practising certificate.Experience working in a litigation and disputes capacity in private practice and/or in an in-house role.A minimum of 5 years' experience as a lawyer in a private practice and/or in an in-house role.Strong communication (written and oral) and analytical skills.Energy, drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation coupled with a strong work ethic.Highly desirableExperience working for and/or advising major professional sports.Well-developed understanding of AFL or other relevant sporting environment.OUR CULTUREPlease visit PERKSPlay The Day Your Way

- a flexible approach to your working lifeMy Development

- lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learningPlay Well

- access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplaceMy Benefits

- with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discountsAFL Silver Memberships

- permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friendsCompany description:

The AFL is Australia's premier sporting organisation supporting two constantly evolving national competitions, AFL and AFLW. Our purpose is to progress the game, so everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.

We have a strong workforce presence in most States and Territories of Australia including Northern Territory, QLD, NSW / ACT, Victoria and Tasmania.

As the AFL/ AFLW competitions continue to grow and evolve at both the elite and community levels, we are focused on ensuring we attract and retain great people in both permanent and casual roles at all levels and within all areas of our industry.

Importantly, we aim to reflect the communities where our game is played by recruiting locally where possible to strengthen our connection to the ‘grassroots' of our game. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of passionate volunteers within our industry, offering their time and expertise to help grow our game.

The AFL's purchase of Marvel Stadium in Docklands, Melbourne, further diversifies our workforce with more than 1000 casual employees to make every moment matter for our fans and customers.

Job description:

ABOUT USAs an organisation, the AFL works tirelessly in all states and at all levels to enhance and grow the game - from grassroots to elite. Together, we put on the game, deliver important events, communicate with our fans, run community programs, develop coaches and umpires, collaborate with partners, delight members, support clubs and so much more. While our roles may vary, we are all united by a common goal, to progress the game so that everyone can share in its heritage and possibilities.The AFL is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people in our care. Please note, we undertake several screening processes to ensure this commitment is upheld, this includes ensuring the successful candidate to this position holds a valid employee Working with Children/ Vulnerable People check and a satisfactory criminal history record check.We are an Equal Opportunity employer and firmly believe that diversity and inclusion is an important part of both the AFL and the communities in which we operate. Our game is for everyone, and we strive to be a workplace for everyone.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.ABOUT THE ROLEThe Litigation/Projects Lawyer is crucial due to their involvement in handling litigious and non-litigious project and policy matters of strategic importance to AFL and Australian Football more generally, including (but not limited to) concussion and head trauma, racism and other misconduct and anti-doping and illicit drug use.Reporting to and working closely with the General Counsel and other members of the AFL Legal, Regulatory & Integrity team, the Litigation/Projects Lawyer will work on a range of matters contributing to the management of several of the AFL's most important strategic risks.A DAY IN THE LIFE OFKey Accountabilities:Providing instructions to external and in-house lawyers with respect to the conduct of the AFL's defence of claims and in response to a range of regulatory/governmental inquiries.Collaborating with stakeholders across the AFL and the broader industry with respect to legal aspects of the AFL's positions on a range of key strategic risks.Being a key contributor to the development and operation of relevant policies with respect to those key strategic risks.Managing the provision of a full range of legal and compliance issues seeking to resolve those issues with minimum impact to the business.Preparing and draft submissions and reports in respect of complex legal matters and legal issues affecting the AFL.OUR IDEAL TEAM MEMBERCore Competencies:Bachelor of Laws.Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in Victoria.Victorian Practising certificate.Experience working in a litigation and disputes capacity in private practice and/or in an in-house role.A minimum of 5 years' experience as a lawyer in a private practice and/or in an in-house role.Strong communication (written and oral) and analytical skills.Excellent stakeholder management skills.Energy, drive, enthusiasm, and self-motivation coupled with a strong work ethic.Highly desirableExperience working for and/or advising major professional sports.Well-developed understanding of AFL or other relevant sporting environment.OUR CULTUREPlease visit PERKSPlay The Day Your Way

- a flexible approach to your working lifeMy Development

- lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learningPlay Well

- access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplaceMy Benefits

- with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discountsAFL Silver Memberships

- permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friendsApplications Close: 10 June 2024

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THE PERKSPlay The Day Your Way - a flexible approach to your working lifeMy Development - lean into the AFL's My Development program consisting of on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring, and formal learningPlay Well - access to our extensive Health and Wellbeing program centered around our belief in a healthy body, healthy mind, and healthy workplaceMy Benefits - with thanks to our AFL Corporate Partners, access great benefits and discountsAFL Silver Memberships - permanent team members can access AFL matches at Marvel Stadium and the MCG, enjoy and share the experience of our game with your family and friendsThe Australian Football League (AFL) is the highest-level professional competition in the sport of Australian rules football. Through the AFL Commission, the AFL also serves as the sport's governing body, and is responsible for controlling the Laws of the Game.The league currently consists of 18 teams spread over five of Australia's six states (Tasmania being the exception).This is an extract from the company's Wikipedia page.The Australian Football League (AFL) is the highest-level professional competition in the sport of Australian rules football. Through the AFL Commission, the AFL also serves as the sport's governing body, and is responsible for controlling the Laws of the Game.The league currently consists of 18 teams spread over five of Australia's six states (Tasmania being the exception).This is an extract from the company's Wikipedia page.Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs.Choose from thousands of courses delivered by leaders in education.

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