Title:  Senior Legal Counsel

Job Type:  Permanent - Full Time

Contract Type: Maximum Term (6 months)

Location: Sydney Australia

Role title: Senior Legal Counsel 

Department: Legal

Role Purpose: 

Responsible for drafting and checking of all Legal Documentation, in terms of Credit Approval and/or Term Sheet, for client Banking Facilities and ISDA documentation within the Branch. The role is also responsible for providing high-quality, commercially focused legal advice on regulatory matters and operational contracting for the Branch and maintenance of Branch precedent transaction documents.

This role is expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, exercise sound judgement on complex matters, and contribute to the development of legal capability, controls and best practice across the Branch. 

Why Mizuho

At Mizuho Bank Australia, you can develop your career and create something that matters. As a powerhouse in Japan and a growing presence in Oceania, we offer a fulfilling experience, more than a boutique firm or established giant alone could.

At Mizuho you can collaborate and continue to grow as part of a talented, tight-knit team within one of the world’s largest banks.