Legal Counsel

Join the Team at Adica Insurance

Where people come first and possibilities follow.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Legal & Company Secretary, you will be part of the supportive and friendly Risk and Governance team. You will be employed on a permanent and full-time basis.

This position plays a key role in supporting the effective functioning of the Legal team. You will assist in managing legal matters to ensure they are handled efficiently, thoroughly, and in alignment with Adica’s regulatory obligations. You will also collaborate with other members of the Risk and Governance department to provide legal support as needed.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Advise Adica’s business units and senior management on legal matters and provide end-to-end support in relation to financial services regulation, commercial contracting, incident management and privacy and data matters impacting the business.

• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and commercial agreements with third parties and suppliers.

• Liaise with auditors, regulators (e.g., APRA, ASIC, AFCA, OAIC), and external counsel.

• Prepare legal correspondence, submissions, and documentation.

• Support legal projects and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives relating to legal processes, workflow efficiency and knowledge management.

• Ensure confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.

• Undertake other duties and project activities as reasonably required.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) and admission to practice in Australia.

• 3-5 years' PQE with broad experience in financial services law and general corporate/commercial law, including the Corporations Act, Australian Consumer Law and insurance legislation.

• Ability to provide technically sound legal advice while translating complex issues into practical, commercially focused solutions that are easily understood by stakeholders.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a pro-active approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively, both as an internal legal adviser and in liaison with external law firms.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities while delivering practical, commercially focused legal solutions.

Why You’ll Love Working at Adica

At Adica, people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can thrive. Recognised as an Employer of Choice, celebrating our commitment to culture, flexibility, and people-first values. Some of the benefits you’ll enjoy include:

• Big discounts on car insurance for you and your family.

• 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave for all parents, plus superannuation on both paid and unpaid leave (up to 52 weeks).

• Quarterly Wellbeing Leave days and the ability to swap Public Holidays.

• A supportive Wellbeing Program and year-round employee events.

• Recognition Programs through monthly awards and the annual Excellence Awards.

• Strong culture of internal progression and career development

• Access to the Go1 learning platform with thousands of courses 

• Leadership development programs in partnership with Hello Monday to support and empower your growth as a leader

• Hybrid working model- the best of both worlds.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free, 24/7 support for you and your family.

• Be part of community initiatives, fundraising drives, and volunteer events throughout the year

• And more because your wellbeing matters to us.

Who We Are  

Adica Insurance is an Australian-operated and regulated general insurer, backed by the global strength of the MS&AD Insurance Group, one of the world’s top 20 insurance and financial services groups.  

Adica exists to make insurance more human, more helpful, more transparent, and more empowering for our customers. We support our people with the same care and clarity. Together, we’re creating a workplace where people thrive, teams collaborate, and customers feel truly supported. 

What to Expect from Us

We aim to make the recruitment process as smooth and respectful of your time as possible.

Once you apply, our Talent Team will review your application. If your experience aligns with the role, we’ll be in touch for an initial phone conversation to get to know you better. From there, the process usually includes two interviews with our team.

Throughout the process, we’ll keep you informed and provide timely updates because we know how important clarity is when you are job hunting.

Accessibility & Support

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your recruiting contact know when they first reach out. We’re committed to creating an inclusive experience for everyone.

Ready to join a company where people come first and possibilities follow? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you.

Recruitment is being managed in-house. No agency contact, please.