Legal and Risk Operations Coordinator

About us

The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) is committed to strengthening society through world-class governance. We aim to be the independent and trusted voice of governance, building the capability of a community of leaders for the benefit of society. Our membership of more than 50,000 includes directors and senior leaders from business, government and the not-for-profit sectors. 

Our Legal, Risk & Compliance team is central to our mission of strengthening society through world-class governance by providing trusted legal and risk advice and operational excellence that supports high‑quality decision-making across the organisation.

We are seeking a Legal and Risk Operations Coordinator—a proactive, organised and detail‑driven professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment. If you're passionate about legal operations, process improvement and supporting high‑performing teams, this role offers an exceptional platform to grow.

About the role

As the Legal and Risk Operations Coordinator, you will support the delivery of high‑quality legal and risk advisory services across the organisation. Working closely with our Legal and Risk team members, you'll manage core operational processes, coordinate legal matters, support risk reporting, and ensure smooth day‑to‑day functioning of the team.

This is a varied, highly impactful role where no two days look the same—you'll be juggling administration, legal support, stakeholder communication, research and operational improvements that enhance the team's overall capability.

Your responsibilities and contributions will be varied but will include:

Legal & Risk Coordination

• Managing the team's file management systems, matter intake processes and contract lifecycle administration.
• Coordinating new legal matter requests, triage queries, clarify instructions and support efficient allocation to lawyers.
• Acting as a key liaison between the Legal & Risk teams, internal stakeholders and external partners—handling initial enquiries and gathering information.
• Assisting with reviewing and drafting template contracts, policies and legal documents under supervision.
• Supporting the ongoing improvement of legal precedents, templates, tools and client resources.
• Conducting legal research, summarise findings and prepare information for team use.

Risk & Compliance Support

• Providing administrative support for risk reporting, board papers, internal audits, WHS Committee minutes and other governance tasks.
• Assisting in monitoring compliance activities and ensuring documentation is accurate and well‑maintained.

Team Operations and Administration

• Scheduling meetings, manage calendars, handling phone enquiries and providing general administrative support to the Head of Legal & Risk and the broader team.
• Managing operational finance tasks such as invoice processing, budget monitoring, and expense reconciliation.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, workflows and team efficiency.
• Assisting with ad hoc projects that advance the Legal, Risk & Compliance team's strategic goals.

You will champion the AICD values of: Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Collaboration. You will thrive in this role if you are organised, adaptable and passionate about providing exceptional support. You bring:

• Demonstrated experience in a support or coordination role with strong client service focus.
• Experience improving processes and standardising practices to lift service delivery.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving, negotiation and analytical capabilities, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Outstanding planning, organisational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and related software.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and ethical judgement.
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast‑paced team environment.

Join Us

At AICD, you'll join a purpose‑driven organisation that empowers leaders and strengthens Australia's governance landscape. You'll work with a collaborative, supportive team that values innovation, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Your expertise will have a visible impact across the marketing team and the organisation. 

• Enjoy true flexibility with hybrid working arrangements that support balance and productivity.
• Maximise your benefits with access to salary sacrificing and salary continuance (income protection) insurance.
• Feel supported with a comprehensive employee assistance program available to you and your immediate family.
• Join a collaborative, solutions‑focused team that genuinely lives a 'One Team' culture.
• Grow your career with confidence through our capability framework, ongoing professional development programs, and access to the AICD education platform—including training courses, webinars, professional coaching, and external study support.
• Have an impact in an organisation recognised as the gold standard in governance, policy, and leadership across Australia.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, sexuality, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people with a disability. 

For further information on what it's like to work with us, please visit our Careers and LinkedIn Life pages:

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How To Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing why you are the best person for the position by clicking 'Apply'. If you would like to know more about this role, please contact Renee Patu, Talent Acquisition Manager: Please note, applications close 20 February