Legal Counsel

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel to join a globally respected organisation in Sydney, renowned for its commitment to quality and technological advancement across a diverse range of sectors in manufacturing and production.

What you'll do:

As Legal Counsel, you will play an integral role in supporting the organisation’s legal operations by offering expert advice on a variety of matters spanning corporate governance, major projects, procurement processes, intellectual property rights, and more. You will:

• Provide comprehensive guidance on legal and commercial matters within the organisation.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and finalise a broad spectrum of legal documents, briefs and internal reports.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to deliver timely legal advice on issues related to Australian Consumer Law and other regulatory requirements.
• Providing support to the General Counsel and Management Team in identifying, assessing, and managing corporate risk across all business units.
• Contribute to the periodic review and amendment of company policies in line with evolving legislative requirements.

What you bring:

To excel as Legal Counsel in this role, your background should reflect substantial experience within either private practice or an established in-house setting where you have managed complex legal issues across multiple disciplines.

• 5+ years post-admission experience gained within a reputable law firm or in-house legal department is essential for this role.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate law and compliance matters such as Australian Consumer Law.
• Proven ability to prepare, review, manage, and advise on a wide range of legal documentation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills allow you to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels of the business as well as external partners or advisors.
• A high level of initiative enables you to operate independently while producing consistently accurate work under tight deadlines or changing priorities.
• Experience delivering training or sharing knowledge about contract management or compliance topics would be advantageous but not mandatory.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as an internationally recognised leader known for its unwavering commitment to quality products and services across manufacturing, technology and production. Employees benefit from being part of an inclusive workplace that values collaboration over hierarchy while encouraging personal development through ongoing training opportunities. The organisation’s reputation for integrity means your contributions will be respected both internally among peers as well as externally by clients or industry partners alike.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Meghan Ellson on 02 8289 3206 for a confidential discussion.