Legal Counsel, Commercial

Company Description

We’ve been around since 1988, and today we’re one of Australia’s largest profit‑to‑member super funds.

That means everything we do is focused on delivering better outcomes for our members – not shareholders.

Closing date: 9th September 2026

Rest will review applications prior to the closing date and may close the role earlier 

Job Description

At Rest, we help more than 2 million Australians to build a better financial future. With around $112 billion in funds under management, we focus on delivering strong long-term outcomes for our members — from their first job through to retirement*. Your best at Rest means focusing on what matters, being trusted to get on with it, and knowing your work genuinely makes a difference. That’s how we operate every day, guided by our values: Be Daring, Keep It Simple, Take Action and Have Grit.

Join us as a Legal Counsel, Commercial. This is your opportunity to make a real contribution to the financial wellbeing of millions of Australians.

About the Role

In conjunction with the Head of Enterprise Legal and other senior members of the legal team, the role is responsible for providing legal advice to Rest Business Units, Board and management regarding Rest’s legal rights and duties in respect of the commercial activities of Rest. Where appropriate or required, the role will also assist with other matters being handled by the broader Enterprise Legal team.   

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and guidance on the commercial contracting needs (including IT contracting) and on Corporate matters. 
• Manage the timely review and negotiation of key commercial and supplier agreements.
• Advise stakeholders on regulatory developments and their impact on the business.
• Partner with teams across Rest to support strategic initiatives and projects.
• Contribute to policy development, governance reporting and Board submissions.
• Build trusted relationships with business leaders, external advisers and regulators.
• Deliver legal training and help foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvemen

Qualifications

• Law degree with admission in an appropriate jurisdiction.
• Hold an Australian state based practising certificate.
• Prior expertise in legal roles with an emphasis on commercial contracting and financial services, in particular superannuation 
• Thorough knowledge of legal obligations as they relate to superannuation funds and superannuation trustees
• Strong commercial judgement with the ability to balance legal, risk and business outcomes.
• A solid understanding of the regulatory environment impacting superannuation trustees.
• Excellent drafting skills with a focus on clear, practical advice and plain English.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to influence and collaborate across all levels of the business.

Additional Information

.What you'll find at Rest

• Hybrid working
• 5 Rest Days (wellbeing days) each year in addition to annual leave
• 22 weeks paid parental leave (gender neutral)
• Continued super contributions during parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities, including AI & Data Academy, leadership programs, LinkedIn Learning, study assistance and professional memberships
• Income Protection Insurance
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Recognition through our Rest Excellence Awards

If you share our values and this sounds like the kind of place you’d do your best work, we’d like to hear from you. Apply now.

Rest is committed to creating a flexible work environment and culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion - where people feel welcome, safe to be themselves and inspired to do their best.

We value the different backgrounds, lived experiences and abilities our diverse team brings. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all ages, cultural backgrounds, faiths, gender identities, sexual orientations and thinking styles. This includes people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and those with disrupted work history due to career or other breaks.

We welcome applications from all candidates. To be considered, you will need the right to work in Australia.

*Funds under management as at 30 June 2026. Rest is recognised as a superannuation leader across a range of areas including performance, responsible investment and member value. Find out more at https://rest.com.au/why-rest/awards.