Who we are?

At Police Bank, we exist to serve those who serve. For over 60 years, we’ve supported our members with trusted, straightforward banking. We’re evolving into a more modern, member-first organisation one that combines strong foundations with forward-thinking ideas, where people are empowered to make an impact and do meaningful work.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join our team and provide end-to-end legal support across commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. This is a broad, hands-on role suited to a pragmatic lawyer who enjoys partnering with the business, navigating complex regulatory environments, and delivering commercially focused legal solutions.

You will act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders across the organisation, balancing legal and regulatory risk with strategic business objectives. Working closely with executive leaders and key business units, you will play an important role in supporting the Bank's continued growth, regulatory obligations, and member-focused objectives.

This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation where you can genuinely shape and influence the legal function. As a key legal adviser, you will have significant autonomy to establish and enhance legal processes, develop frameworks and tools, strengthen governance practices, and embed legal best practice across the business. The role offers broad exposure across commercial, regulatory, and strategic matters, providing the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a modern, scalable legal function that supports the Bank's long-term success.

What you’ll be doing

Commercial Legal Work

Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including customer and supplier contracts, distribution agreements, outsourcing and service agreements, NDAs, MOUs, and partnership arrangements.
Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to business teams on contract risk, liability, pricing structures, and dispute mitigation.
Support product development, procurement, technology, and business teams with timely and practical legal advice.
Develop and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and legal guidance materials to improve efficiency and consistency.

Manage and advise on contract disputes, claims, and negotiations, including coordinating with external legal advisers where required.

Regulatory & Compliance Work

Monitor, interpret, and advise on applicable laws, regulations, prudential standards, and regulatory guidance relevant to the banking and financial services sector
Support the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of regulatory compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
Advise on regulatory change initiatives and assess legal and compliance impacts on products, operations, and strategic initiatives.
Engage with regulators and industry bodies where appropriate, including supporting responses to regulatory inquiries.
Support internal audits, compliance reviews, and remediation activities.
Deliver legal and regulatory training to internal stakeholders to build awareness and strengthen compliance culture.

Broader Legal & Corporate Support

Provide legal support on corporate governance matters, including Board and Committee papers and governance processes
Manage relationships with external legal advisers and oversee legal expenditure.
Contribute to enterprise risk management activities and strategic business initiatives.
Support the ongoing development and maturity of the Bank's legal function, governance frameworks, and legal risk management practices.

What we’re looking for

You are a qualified lawyer with at least five years' post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a regulated industry or complex corporate environment. You bring strong expertise in commercial contracting, regulatory advisory, and legal risk management, with previous in-house experience in banking or financial services highly regarded.

You have a proven ability to translate complex legal and regulatory issues into clear, practical, and commercially focused advice, and are comfortable balancing legal risk with business objectives.

A strong communicator and trusted business partner, you build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels and have the confidence to influence decision-making in a collaborative and constructive manner. You are highly organised, detail-oriented, and exercise sound judgment, while thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Most importantly, you are excited by the opportunity to take ownership, shape legal frameworks and processes, and make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing growth and success of the Bank.

Why join us

We know people do their best work when they feel supported, trusted, and connected to purpose.

At Police Bank, you’ll find:

Meaningful work – what you do directly supports our members and community

Real impact – your ideas and contributions won’t get lost in layers

Trusted environment – we value outcomes over hierarchy

Flexibility – we support balance in how you work

Growth – opportunities to develop, stretch, and progress your career

What can we offer you?

💼 Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing
Enjoy flexible and hybrid working options, generous parental leave, and unique leave types that support your wellbeing and life circumstances. Access wellbeing programs, EAP support, and regular health initiatives.

💰 Rewards & Benefits
Benefit from competitive superannuation, salary packaging options, novated leasing, and exclusive access to financial services and employee discounts. Plus, earn through our referral program.

📚 Learning & Development
Grow your career with study support, paid study leave, professional membership reimbursement, and access to online learning resources.

🎉 Recognition & Community
Be celebrated through awards, milestone recognition, birthday perks, and volunteer leave—while contributing to a supportive and purpose-driven workplace.

What happens next?

If you’re passionate about helping people achieve their property goals and want to be part of an organisation that puts members first, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

No recruitment agencies please. We've got this. Thank you!

Police Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status. This role is open to Australian and New Zealand Citizens and permanent residents only.