Job Legal Counsel - Investments, 12 month FTC, Sydney

Job Description

Established in 1988, Rest is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds.

We support nearly two million members, with around $86 billion of funds under management and are recognised as a responsible investment leader*. We believe when members understand and engage with their super, they’re more likely to get a better retirement outcome.

Everything we do at Rest is underpinned by our values and behaviours, we want to Be Daring, Keep it Simple, Take Action and Have Grit. To put it simply we want our people to thrive and love the work they do.

Join Rest’s Investment Legal Team (RILT) and play a key role in supporting and protecting Rest’s investment objectives. You’ll provide legal advice across domestic and global investment matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and mitigating legal risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on legal and regulatory issues impacting investment decisions and operations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate investment agreements across listed and unlisted portfolios.
• Support transaction execution, due diligence, and asset management processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams (tax, finance, operations) to ensure legal protections and documentation.
• Manage legal risks in investment structures, entities, and service provider relationships.
• Assist with investment-related litigation and public disclosure obligations.
• Provide training and guidance on legal rights, obligations, and internal policies.