Legal Team Coordinator (6 month contract)

The organisation
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) is an independent statutory body dedicated to enhancing Australia’s future productivity and living standards. By contributing to a decarbonising, affordable, and reliable energy system, the AEMC plays a key role in shaping the National Electricity Market, the natural gas market, and related retail markets. The Commission is also a trusted advisor to the Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council, providing strategic guidance on energy issues.
 
The opportunity
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Team Coordinator plays a central role in ensuring the Legal and Governance team runs smoothly. This is a varied position where no two days are the same, offering the opportunity to support legal operations while working across multiple teams and projects.
You will:

• Coordinate the day-to-day operations of the Legal and Governance team, including diary management and team administration.
• Maintain legal records, registers, document management systems and website content with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
• Support procurement, invoice processing, reporting and other operational activities that keep the team running efficiently.
• Work closely with legal, policy and corporate teams to coordinate priorities, improve processes and provide high-quality support across the organisation.

About you
You are an organised and proactive individual who enjoys variety and takes pride in keeping people, information and processes on track.
You will bring:

• Experience providing coordination support in a complex, fast paced environment. Your experience may have been gained in the legal, professional services, insurance or similar regulated sectors.
• Outstanding organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate work.
• Confidence using programs including Microsoft Office and NetSuite.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused approach and a willingness to take ownership.

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or role related questions, please contact Jess Lewy jessica@orchardtalent.com.au or Niamh Foley niamh@orchardtalent.com.au  of The Orchard Talent Group. To apply please submit your current CV and a brief cover letter via the link. Please note applicants must have a legal right to work in Australia.
 
Applications close Sunday 9th August.


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