Corporate Counsel at Cotality in Brisbane, Queensland, AU

At Cotality, we are driven by a single mission—to make the property industry faster, smarter, and more people-centric. Cotality is the trusted source for property intelligence, with unmatched precision, depth, breadth, and insights across the entire ecosystem. Our talented team of 5,000 employees globally uses our network, scale, connectivity and technology to drive the largest asset class in the world. Join us as we work toward our vision of fueling a thriving global property ecosystem and a more resilient society.

Cotality is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive work culture that inspires innovation and bold thinking; it's a place where you can collaborate, feel valued, develop skills and directly impact the real estate economy. We know our people are our greatest asset. At Cotality, you can be yourself, lift people up and make an impact. By putting clients first and continuously innovating, we're working together to set the pace for unlocking new possibilities that better serve the property industry.

Job Description:

In a time of increasing regulatory complexity and evolving business needs, Cotality is seeking a proactive and commercially minded legal professional with exceptional communication skills and a passion for delivering strategic legal solutions. We are looking for someone who can navigate complex legal landscapes, mitigate risks, and provide clear, business-focused advice that drives operational excellence.

As Corporate Counsel, you will play a critical role in shaping legal processes, managing compliance programs, and supporting major commercial transactions. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to ensure the organisation operates within legal frameworks while achieving its strategic objectives.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Develop processes and procedures for efficient legal operations and risk mitigation
• Build and retain the organisation’s legal intellectual capital
• Design and implement legal compliance programs
• Identify and manage legal risks in contracts, operations, and claims
• Manage matters briefed to external lawyers and oversee advice provided internally
• Provide guidance on legal and regulatory issues impacting the business
• Negotiate major and non-routine commercial transactions
• Research legislation and ensure relevant teams are informed of new or proposed laws

Job Qualifications:

What You Will Bring:

Essential:

• Superior written and verbal communication skills across all levels
• Strong drafting ability and attention to detail
• Ability to interpret legal requirements and apply them to business operations
• Excellent negotiation and dispute resolution skills
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and escalations
• Commercially focused approach to legal advice
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Commercial law and/or litigation, Telecommunications law, Trade Practices law, and Intellectual Property law

Preferred:

• Experience in managing complex legal projects within a corporate environment
• Exposure to regulatory compliance programs and risk management frameworks

**Why Join Cotality?**Cotality has a culture of collaboration- we champion ownership, initiative and leadership! To support your whole self, our benefits are built to help you thrive at work and in life.

• In addition to modern offices across Australia and New Zealand, our hybrid working model provides you with the opportunity for flexible working conditions that work best for you and the business;
• 10 half days of Wellbeing leave each year to help you recharge and access to our Employee Assistance Program;
• $600 AUD annual wellbeing allowance for gym memberships, wellness apps, ergonomic gear and more;
• Generous Parental leave offering, $750 AUD in Baby Bucks and our peer recognition turned into rewards program - Bravo!
• Free subscription to the Calm app as well as other mindfulness tools, online health and nutrition courses;
• Complimentary access to Australia’s most comprehensive property research platforms including RP Data and exclusive employee-only market updates and access to the industry’s best property experts;
• Two community and volunteer leave days each year to support meaningful causes and our charity partners.

**Cotality's Diversity Commitment:**​

Cotality is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive work environment that embraces everyone’s unique contributions, experiences and values. We offer an empowered work environment that encourages creativity, initiative and professional growth and provides a competitive salary and benefits package. ​ We are better together when we support and recognize our differences.

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**Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:**​

Cotality is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace across Australia and New Zealand. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without regard to race, ethnicity, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a drug-free workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying. ​

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Please apply on our website for consideration.​

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