Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist | Corporate | HR Business Partner
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A career with Viva Energy is more than just a job.
It's a chance to join a group of people dedicated to supporting Australia's evolving energy and convenience needs.
We're a leading retail, industrial and energy business, and we've been helping Australians reach their destination for more than 120 years.
Our plans for the future support Australia's energy transition to sustainable, lower carbon energy solutions.
And our recent acquisitions of Coles Express and OTR, we provide Australians with outstanding convenience.
At the heart of our plans is people power.
People who want to grow and evolve with us.
People with new perspectives, energy and passion to drive Viva Energy and their careers forward.
About Viva Energy
Join a team that values diversity.
Viva Energy is a great place to be yourself.
We believe in our people, trust in their positive intentions, and empower everyone to amplify their voice across the business.
We value inclusion because that's how we get the best outcomes.
Awarded the WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality for the past five years highlights that we are driven by our people and continuing our focus on making Viva Energy reflect the ever-changing face of Australia.
Job Description
Viva Energy Australia have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join our team and provide expert legal advice and support across a diverse range of transactions and strategic initiatives.
This role will primarily focus on support for our Property Team, where you'll partner with stakeholders to navigate complex legal matters and enable business growth.
You'll play a critical role in shaping commercial outcomes, mitigating risk, and delivering practical solutions that align with our long-term objectives.
Property
Provide legal advice on a wide range of property matters, with a particular focus on commercial property leasing.
Draft and review a variety of related commercial agreements, including MOUs and NDAs.
Advise on disputes arising in the property context.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal support aligns with business objectives and mitigates potential risks.
General Legal Support
Provide strategic legal advice to senior management and other departments within the organisation.
Stay updated on relevant legal developments and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Assist in the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.
Manage relationships with external legal counsel and other third-party advisors.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admission to practice law in Australia.
Current Australian Practising Certificate.
Minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience in property law gained within private practice or in-house.
Exposure to competition/consumer law.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Strategic Thinking
Negotiation Skills
Legal Research and Analysis
Stakeholder Management
Adaptability and Resilience
Ability to work independently by self-managing workloads and projects, and also be team focused
Additional Information
We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.
Please note: This role is being sourced through Viva Energy Australia, therefore we will not be accepting applications via external recruitment agencies.
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