Legal Counsel

Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, including procurement, supplier, customer, sales, consulting and service contracts

Providing practical legal advice on contractual, commercial and operational matters across a large farm-to-consumer, end-to-end FMCG business

Advising on Australian Consumer Law, competition and fair-trading matters

Supporting marketing campaigns, promotional activities, product innovation and regulatory compliance initiatives

Partnering with stakeholders across Procurement, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Operations/Industrial, and HR to deliver commercially sound outcomes

Assisting with disputes, claims, litigation matters and external legal counsel engagement

Supporting legal risk management, governance, policy development and compliance activities

Building legal capability across the business through education, guidance and trusted business partnering

Working closely with the Associate General Counsel to deliver work improvement initiatives

Bachelor of Laws (LLB or equivalent) and admission to practice as an Australian Legal Practitioner

Current Victorian Practising Certificate, or the ability to obtain one

Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience gained in private practice, in-house, or a combination of both

Experience in commercial contracting, procurement and general commercial law

Knowledge of Australian Consumer Law and commercial risk management principles

Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management capabilities

Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical business advice

A willingness to learn

Ability to lean into and take ownership of issues

FMCG, manufacturing, food or consumer products industry experience will be highly regarded but is not essential

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Career development and internal opportunities across a global business

A collaborative and supportive team environment where your work has genuine impact

Exposure to a broad range of legal matters across a complex international business

Flexible work arrangements and hybrid working opportunities

A strong commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability

Hybrid and flexible work arrangements

A supportive and fun team environment