About this Legal Counsel role at Vanguard
Flexible working arrangements
Discounts on health insurance
Global recognition program
About Vanguard
50 years ago, John C. Bogle had a vision to start an investment company that did things differently. A company with no external shareholders. Where all the profits were invested back into the business and used to lower costs. Evidently, it was as bold as it was brilliant. To this day, Vanguard Group still has no external shareholders. That means no share prices to protect, and no profits to generate for outside owners.
Today, Vanguard is one of the world’s largest investment management companies, serving more than 50 million investors worldwide. For more than 30 years Vanguard Australia has been supporting individual investors, financial advisers, and superannuation members to achieve their long-term financial goals.
About the role
Provides legal advice and support across a broad range of commercial, governance, operational, and regulatory matters. Partners with business stakeholders and senior legal professionals to manage legal risk, support sound governance practices, and deliver practical legal solutions that enable Vanguard's business objectives.
Core Responsibilities
Advises on a broad range of commercial and operational matters, including procurement activities and commercial contracting arrangements.
Supports the Company Secretary in relation to governance matters, including reviewing Board and Committee papers, attending meetings, and liaising with senior stakeholders on governance related matters. Assists with the review and resolution of day-to-day operational, risk and legal issues arising in the business, including interpretation of legal documentation, policy and procedure issues, and contractual disputes.
Reviews and prepares legal documents and correspondence.
Conducts independent research, investigation and analysis to support legal activities and contribute to the resolution of legal matters.
Develops expertise in applicable areas of the law, Vanguard's business and products, and the investment industry. Stays abreast of industry and regulatory developments affecting Vanguard.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the team’s use of technology to improve processes and increase productivity.
Qualifications
Law Degree
Some previous experience (2-4 years PQE) in a law firm or similar in-house role focused on commercial law or corporate governance
Exposure to the financial services industry is advantageous but not essential
Exposure to AI and legal technology solutions preferred
Inclusion Statement
Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”
We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.
When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard’s core purpose.
Vanguard Australia is proud to hold the Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation, awarded by WGEA, recognising our strong commitment to gender equality and our dedication to inclusive policies, gender balanced outcomes and a safe, respectful workplace.
Our core purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
