Description:
Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, Australia & New Zealand , this is a broad in-house role that supports the business locally, while offering the opportunity to contribute to global legal initiatives and cross-border projects.
Key responsibilities include:
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Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts -
Advising on intellectual property, corporate governance, and employment law matters -
Supporting business stakeholders with timely, commercially aware legal advice -
Contributing to the continuous improvement of legal processes and contract frameworks -
Engaging in cross-functional collaboration on global legal initiatives and group-level matters
Requirements:
We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment. Ideally, you will bring:
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5-8 years' PAE , starting in a top-tier law firm, followed by in-house experience -
Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills -
Exposure to corporate and commercial law , with bonus points for IP or agribusiness experience -
A collaborative mindset and the confidence to advise a wide range of stakeholders -
A desire to work in-person with a close-knit team (5 days per week at the Melbourne HQ on St Kilda Road)
This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to grow their in-house career in a purpose-driven, global organisation with a strong local footprint.
Conditions:
- Salary $135,000-$155,000 + super
- Office with excellent, modern amenities, close to the city and opposite a tram stop.
- Close relationship with highly experienced, senior lawyer with international experience.
- Opportunity to move overseas in the future and work on cross-boarder matters within globally listed firm.
- Highly positive and engaged team.
6 May 2025;
from:
michaelpage.com.au