At Louis Dreyfus Company, we are seeking a seasoned Legal Counsel to join our team in Abbotsford. This role will report to management based in Singapore and will require a strong degree of autonomy.
LDC's lawyers manage their own assignments, liaise directly with business personnel, handle drafting, and do not rely heavily on external law firms. When external law firms are involved, this position supervises their work effectively.
This position reviews, drafts, and advises on all legal issues facing the Australian platforms, including commercial contracts, HR issues, company policies, and other legal matters.
The ideal candidate has minimum 8 years PQE gained in a recognized law firm or an agricultural, food, or commodity company, with proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously and strong negotiation skills with stakeholders at local and international levels.
A law degree and admission to practice law in any Australian state are required.
Responsibilities
* Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts, including confidentiality, agency, consultancy, property leases, trading, warehousing, logistics, procurement, offtake agreements, and sale and purchase contracts for various commodities.
* Providing ad hoc legal advice to platforms and management on a day-to-day basis.
* Collaborating with LDC's SSEA regional legal team to manage legal aspects of Australian M&A projects, including asset or entity acquisitions/disposals, and joint ventures, providing legal advice and reviewing transaction documentation.
* Overseeing corporate secretarial matters in partnership with the regional corporate group.
* Working closely with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure high-quality legal services, legal compliance, and safeguarding against reputational risks.
We offer a dynamic international environment with opportunities for professional growth within one of the world's largest private companies. Benefits include training, development, and support programs.
Additional Information
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