Birchal
Legal Counsel
We simplify fundraising so that forward-thinking businesses can get back to shaping the future we all want to see.
Business Operations and Strategy
Full-time
Hybrid | Cremorne, VIC, AU · We work 3 days in the office, 2 from home
Visa sponsorship · No
Mid Level · A role for someone with some well-developed knowledge and skills they can bring to the role and team. Typically within 2-5 years of experience.
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Why Birchal
Birchal is a growing fintech startup and Australia’s leading crowdsourced funding (CSF) investment platform. Our digital platform enables start-ups and growth-stage businesses to achieve their fundraising goals, whilst providing investors with unique opportunities in the Australian market.
Birchal is on an impressive growth trajectory and with an ambitious vision for the future, we're excited to expand our team. If you’re eager to dive into the world of CSF and startups, and interact with a wide variety of people - from our amazing founders, to our community of passionate investors - this might be the role you’ve been looking for!
We offer a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive work culture that's all about collaboration. With flexible work options, including 2 days of work-from-home, we make sure you have the balance you need. We're big on growing our team's skills, offering continuous learning opportunities, fun team events, and a comprehensive employee assistance program.
About the role
Birchal, a fast-growing fintech startup, is looking for a dynamic Legal Counsel to join our rapidly expanding team. As Australia’s leading crowd-sourced funding (CSF) platform, we connect innovative companies with passionate investors, helping them to reach their funding ambitions while offering unique investment opportunities.
In this role, you will report directly to the Head of Legal and be a key player in supporting the execution of successful campaigns in full compliance with the Australian CSF regime. Your core responsibilities will include offering expert legal advice to our campaign teams, overseeing the compliance of CSF offer documents, and innovating user experiences within legal frameworks.
This role is perfect for an ambitious lawyer with a commercial mindset, eager to make a significant impact at the forefront of fintech and CSF. Maybe you're already part of the startup ecosystem, or perhaps you're passionate about it and ready to make the leap from private practice. Either way - if you’re looking to propel your career and shape the future of investment in Australia, come and join the awesome Birchal team!
What you'll be responsible for
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Legal Operations
Review laws and standards to implement, update and maintain the organization’s policies, standards, and procedures.
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Legal Advisory and Risk Management
Advise on the whole spectrum of legal matters that apply to the business and its offerings.
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Document Review
Examine documents to determine their contents or relevance.
Skills you'll need
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Collaboration
Works with others by being open, clear in communication and listening to achieve goals
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Critical thinking
Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight
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Attention to detail
Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables
Meet the team
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