Legal Counsel

• ANZ Legal Counsel with 4-8 years PAE supporting Head of Legal ANZ
• Commercial & Corporate Law in Listed B2B business and cross-boarder projects too

About Our Client

We're partnering with a global food ingredients business at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. With operations across multiple continents, this company plays a vital role in the food supply chain-cultivating, producing, and supplying high-quality ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers.

As part of their continued growth across Australia and New Zealand, they are seeking a Legal Counsel with 4-8 years' post-admission experience to join their collaborative in-house legal team.

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Legal, 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
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  Advising on intellectual property, corporate governance, and employment law matters
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  Supporting business stakeholders with timely, commercially aware legal advice
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  Contributing to the continuous improvement of legal processes and contract frameworks
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  Engaging in cross-functional collaboration on global legal initiatives and group-level matters

The Successful Applicant

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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  4-8 years' PAE, starting in a top-tier law firm, followed by in-house experience
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  Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills
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  Exposure to corporate and commercial law, with bonus points for IP or agribusiness experience
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  A collaborative mindset and the confidence to advise a wide range of stakeholders
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  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.

What's on Offer

• 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.