General Counsel and Company Secretary

Tasks

At Daimler Truck Financial Services, we are an integral part of Daimler Truck AG and we support the sale of trucks and buses worldwide as well as the implementation of new technologies for sustainable, autonomous and safer transport. We are one of the largest financial service providers for commercial vehicles in the world with around 1.900 employees in 17 countries and a contract portfolio of around 30 billion euros.

Daimler Truck Financial Services Australia is an integral part of our global network, with our headquarters located in Mulgrave. We provide exceptional service to customers across Australia. Our company thrives on values such as trust, authenticity, respect, and integrity, and our culture is shaped by the strong principles and dedication of our employees.

Your impact and responsibilities:

Daimler Truck Financial Services are seeking a highly motivated, commercially minded General Counsel and Company Secretary to join our team based in Mulgrave, in this 2 year maternity leave cover.

As our Corporate Counsel, you will initially work closely alongside the General Counsel and Company Secretary, gaining in-depth exposure to all aspects of the legal, company secretarial, and loss recoveries portfolio, as well as Daimler compliance matters. This is a unique opportunity to learn directly from the current General Counsel in preparation for stepping into the General Counsel and Company Secretary role to cover the maternity leave period.

As our General Counsel and Company Secretary, you will be responsible for leading the legal and company secretarial function and the loss recoveries portfolio and also working with the Daimler Local Compliance Officer on various Daimler compliance topics.

You will manage and lead a direct report and become a key member of the local Daimler Truck Financial Services Executive Committee.

You will also become part of a diverse and knowledgeable global Daimler legal community providing opportunities for global knowledge sharing, learning and support. 

Qualifications

As the ideal candidate, you will have extensive post-admission experience, preferably in-house for a large corporation or in a top-tier firm.  You are motivated, hard-working and enthusiastic and can apply legal concepts in a practical and commercial way. Experience within the automotive finance industry or finance industry generally is preferred.  The successful candidate will either already be also admitted in New Zealand or will be able to start the admission/practising certificate process in New Zealand as soon as possible as we expand.

This is a rare and outstanding opportunity to continue to build on your existing legal experience in a hugely successful global company with a workplace culture that’s second to none.  We have a diverse workforce and a hybrid work model supporting flexible work blending in-office and remote.

This role is available to start asap and will be for a period of 2 years on a fixed term contract.

If you have the vison, integrity and business acumen to take on this challenge, please apply now!

Why join us?

At Daimler Truck Financial Services, we believe that putting our people first is key to delivering exceptional service to our customers and partners. By creating a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our employees to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits, including discounted car leasing, paid parental leave, and various initiatives and events to promote a positive workplace culture. Additionally, we provide an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and encourage a flexible, forward-thinking approach to work. Our dedication to our employees extends through recognition and reward programs, as well as ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, #MAKEYOURMOVE and apply now with your CV and cover letter. Applications close Sunday 15th June.

Please note, this is a local contract role. To be eligible, you must hold a valid working visa for Australia/New Zealand for the full duration of the contract.

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