The Ateco Group is the largest independent, privately‑owned motor vehicle distributor in Australia. In the Australian market we represent LDV, Maserati, RAM Trucks and Renault, wholesaling over 30,000 vehicles in the last 12 months. We have a history spanning more than 30 years in developing and delivering automotive brands to the Australian and New Zealand market, covering luxury vehicles, performance pick‑up trucks and economical commercial and passenger vehicles.
An exciting opportunity exists to join our Network Development team as Legal Secretary. Reporting to the General Manager Network Development, this role supports our franchised network of over 200 dealers across Australia managing all documentation relating to our legal franchise agreements.
Main Responsibilities:
Manage dealer applications and agreements.
Dealer liaison, drafting and reviewing documentation and manage dealer communication.
Manage document templates and data files.
Liaison with external Legal Counsel on current matters.
Conduct searches and utilise company, business name and trust information in drafting of legal documents.
Respond to enquiries of moderate complexity from internal and external stakeholders.
Manage dealer market coverage paperwork and update postcode data in the database.
What we are looking for:
Extensive legal experience (essential), 5 years plus as a Senior Legal Secretary or Paralegal.
Contracts administration experience, including templates.
Exposure to Contract Law and Franchising law (desirable).
Exposure to the automotive industry is desired but not essential.
Strong stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills.
Why work for Ateco?
Friendly, experienced team.
Ability to contribute directly to the business outcomes.
Homebush location, parking onsite.
Great office - chef onsite, good coffee and an amazing team
Access to industry leading technology and systems.
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