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Confidential - Leadership role - General Counsel

Michael Page
Sydney Full-day Full-time

Description:

As General Counsel, you will play a critical role in shaping the legal, risk, and governance frameworks that support the organisation's continued growth and innovation. You will advise the Board and Executive on a wide range of legal matters, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and enabling strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic legal advice across all areas of the business

Lead contract negotiations, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance

Develop and oversee risk management, governance, and legal frameworks

Manage legal disputes and external counsel relationships

Advise senior stakeholders on emerging legal and regulatory developments

Build and lead a high-performing legal function

Requirements:

Senior legal qualifications (admitted to practice in Australia)

10+ years' post-qualification experience, with a strong track record in corporate/commercial law

In-house experience at senior level, in FMCG desirable

Exceptional judgement, leadership and communication skills

Ability to operate with discretion and navigate complex, fast-paced environments

Has international exposure

Conditions:

This is a rare opportunity to step into a trusted, strategic leadership role within a values-led and ambitious organisation.

Attractive package on offer.

Base salary of 250-275K AUD p.a. + Superannuation + Bonus

6 May 2025;   from: michaelpage.com.au

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