Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines. We leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers worldwide. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company operates in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.
Job Description
We are currently recruiting an experienced Legal Counsel to join our team based in Abbotsford. This role reports to management based in Singapore and requires a high degree of autonomy. An excellent judgment and a commercial, business-oriented mindset are essential to provide sound and efficient advice to our platform leaders and functional teams.
Our lawyers typically manage their assignments independently, liaising directly with relevant business personnel and handling their own drafting. When working with external law firms, this position will supervise those firms effectively.
Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
* Review, draft, and advise on all legal issues facing the Australian platforms, including commercial contracts (confidentiality, agency, consultancy, property leases, trading, warehousing, logistics, procurement, offtake agreements, and sale and purchase contracts for various commodities), HR issues, company policies, and other legal matters.
* Provide ad hoc day-to-day legal advice to the platforms and management.
* Work closely with LDC's SSEA regional legal team, managing legal aspects of Australian M&A projects, including asset or entity acquisitions/disposals, and joint ventures, including legal advice, negotiations, and review of transaction documents.
* Oversee corporate secretarial matters in partnership with our regional corporate group.
* Collaborate with senior country and regional management, legal department leadership, and key stakeholders to deliver high-quality legal services, ensure legal compliance, and safeguard against reputational risks.
* Advise boards and management on corporate governance issues.
* Manage the use of external law firms and related costs in partnership with LDC's regional and global legal teams.
Experience and Qualifications:
* Minimum 8 years PQE gained in a recognized law firm or an agricultural, food, or commodity company.
* Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
* Experience negotiating with diverse stakeholders, both locally and internationally.
* Law degree and admission to practice law in any Australian state.
Additional Information
Diversity & Inclusion
LDC values diversity and inclusion as part of our core principles. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We support local communities and environmental initiatives and encourage applicants from all backgrounds.
Sustainability
Sustainable value creation is central to our mission. We are dedicated to generating fair and sustainable value for our stakeholders, including our people, partners, communities, and the environment.
What We Offer
We provide a dynamic, international environment that will challenge and develop your abilities and skills, offering excellent career growth opportunities within one of the largest private companies worldwide.
We Offer:
* Opportunity to work for a global, leading commodities company
* Competitive salary and benefits
* Training and development programs
* Employee Assistance Program
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