Senior Legal Counsel

Overview

E pā ana ki a SkyCity | About SkyCity

SkyCity Auckland is the home of world-class entertainment, dining and memorable experiences. It is a premiere entertainment destination in Auckland's CBD where people can get a piece of the action in our world-class casino, enjoy the breath-taking views at the top of the iconic Sky Tower, indulge at our award-winning restaurants and bars or be pampered at our luxury hotels. The people who make up the SkyCity team are our heart and soul. With nearly 3,000 employees from over 70 different cultures working across 200 different types of jobs, we are one of Auckland's biggest single-site employers.

About the Role

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

You will provide high level support to the General Counsel and Company Secretary and Deputy General Counsel and Company Secretary, including management of specific legal, compliance and corporate governance workflows for the SkyCity Group and provision of specific advice as a subject matter expert. This is a key in-house legal role, so you'll provide insight and advice to all areas of our commercial operations such as property, marketing, procurement and IT and you'll assist the business with its corporate, gambling, anti-money laundering, privacy, liquor licensing and securities compliance obligations.

About You

Mōu | About You

You will have at least 5 years of post-qualification experience, as well as;

• Demonstrated experience in providing legal advice, management of disputes and dispute resolution processes, and evaluating and monitoring the implications of legislation on organisational operations
• Advanced knowledge of legislative, commercial common law developments
• Advanced contract drafting skills, with attention to detail
• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills
• Experience in NZX and / or ASX Listing Rules preferred

Benefits

Ngā painga | Benefits

This is a great career development opportunity for a lawyer with the capability to exercise sound legal and commercial judgement. SkyCity is a successful, growing business .... come and be a part of that!

You'll get to be a key part of our fun team who work hard for our employees and the business. As an employer, we actively encourage your career development and expect our leaders to play a big part in developing their teams.

At SkyCity, our career opportunities are as diverse as our workforce. We don't just embrace differences; we value and support them. Our hiring is centred on capability and performance, regardless of gender, gender identity, race, origin, age, educational background, disability, or religious beliefs. We're here to empower you to shine. Our willingness to adapt ensures you can chart your path with us! Join us at SkyCity and be extraordinary by being you.

SkyCity takes its commitment to Host Responsibility seriously. Every member of our team, no matter their role, contributes towards SkyCity's culture of customer care.

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