Senior Corporate Counsel (Parental Leave Cover)

Job description

Optus is an Australian telecommunications company, delivering more than 11 million services to our customers every day across mobile, broadband and digital solutions. We are looking for a Senior Corporate Counsel (SCC) to support the Assistant General Counsel in delivering high-quality legal services across corporate functions and the broader business. Operating in a technically complex, dynamic, and heavily regulated industry, this role sits at the heart of Optus' legal team and plays a key part in supporting the company's corporate functions. Success in this role requires strong expertise in managing complex transactions, legal advice, and risk analysis, paired with the ability to engage confidently with senior executives and collaborate effectively with peers and stakeholders. Please note this is a Parental Leave Cover of up to 12 months commencing in July. What You’ll Do: What makes you perfect for the role? - Provide legal advice and transactional support across all forms of financing, including bank debt, bonds, hybrids, and other financing programmes. - Support corporate activities including acquisitions and divestments, covering due diligence, structuring, transaction agree...