Legal Excellence & Risk Graduate

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
• Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
• Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
• Free daily breakfast and office social events
• Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community
• Application deadline: 11.55pm on Sunday, 22 November 2026
  
  

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About The Role And Team

A unique opportunity to build a career in Legal Excellence & Risk in a role focused on supporting the business of law, rather than practising law itself.

The Legal Excellence & Risk team comprises approximately eight team members and is responsible for governance, legal advisory, risk management, compliance, internal audit and regulatory obligations across the firm.

Led by the General Counsel, the team supports partners, leaders and Corporate Services teams by providing legal advice, managing risk and compliance frameworks, maintaining governance processes and promoting a culture of integrity, accountability and continuous improvement.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Assist the General Counsel, Senior Audit & Compliance Manager, Risk Manager and broader Legal Excellence & Risk team.
• Assist with legal research, analysis and preparation of advice on legal, regulatory, governance and risk management matters;
• Support the review of client terms of engagement, supplier contracts and other commercial agreements, identifying legal, operational and compliance risks and escalating issues where appropriate;
• Assist with legal and risk management aspects of tenders and client onboarding processes.
• Support the review and maintenance of the firm's engagement documentation and client appointment terms to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory obligations;
• Assist with file reviews, compliance reviews and internal audit activities, including analysis of findings and preparation of reports;
• Contribute to the development, review and maintenance of policies, procedures, guidance materials and risk management documentation;
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of risk management, compliance and governance training programs across the firm;
• Support the management of conflicts of interest, privacy obligations and other day-to-day risk and compliance matters;
• Assist with maintaining risk registers, compliance registers and governance records;
• Support privacy impact assessments, AI risk assessments and other legal and operational risk review activities;
• Assist with the development, implementation and ongoing maintenance of the firm's AML/CTF program;
• Support internal audit and compliance projects, including monitoring compliance with internal policies and regulatory obligations;
• Assist with cyber risk management initiatives, including collaboration with the Information Security team on risk assessments, incident response activities and governance processes;
• Conduct legal and regulatory research relating to emerging risks, legal developments and industry requirements; and
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen governance, compliance and risk management practices across the firm.
  
  

About You

• You will ideally have the following skills and experience:
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), completed or due to be completed prior to commencement;
• Completion of, or willingness to undertake, Practical Legal Training (PLT) and work towards admission as an Australian lawyer;
• Strong interest in in-house legal practice, governance, risk management, compliance and regulatory matters;
• Excellent legal research, analysis and problem-solving skills;
• Strong written communication and drafting skills, with an ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely;
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high-quality work;
• Sound judgement, professionalism and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately;
• Ability to analyse information, identify risks and develop practical recommendations;
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities;
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the firm;
• Commercial awareness and an interest in understanding how legal, regulatory and operational risks affect business decision-making;
• Proactive, curious and solutions-focused mindset, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges; and
• Exposure to governance, compliance, risk, AML/CTF, privacy or regulatory matters through study, internships, clerkships or work experience is advantageous but not essential.
  
  

About Us

At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.

We were recently named Law Firm of the Year at the 2026 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards.

We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re known for Smarter Law: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.

We are also known for having a great culture that values people and that lives our purpose and values - our Hallmarks.

Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive - everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Hear from our people about what it’s like to thrive at Hall & Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople

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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Jaimie Monahan on Jaimie.Monahan@hallandwilcox.com.au for a confidential discussion.

This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.