Job Title:
In-House Counsel Partner
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At a leading food and beverage company, we are seeking an experienced and motivated in-house counsel partner to join our team. As a senior legal advisor, you will play a critical role in ensuring the organization meets its regulatory obligations while enabling agile decision-making and business growth.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as the embedded legal partner to commercial, operations, and supply chain teams, providing timely and actionable advice on a wide range of business initiatives.
Support new product development and market launches with regulatory and legal oversight from ideation through to shelf.
Advise on day-to-day operational issues, including product claims, marketing and communications, intellectual property rights and protection, customer complaints, distribution issues, retailer negotiations, and licensing queries.
Evaluate and manage risk in manufacturing, product formulation, and recalls.
Craft and negotiate commercial contracts, including supply agreements, co-manufacturing contracts, third-party logistics (3PL), sales terms with major retailers, promotional agreements, and marketing partnerships.
Requirements:
Australian qualified lawyer with 5+ years of post-admission experience, preferably with in-house experience in food & beverage or broader FMCG sectors.
Deep working knowledge of food regulation, labelling, consumer law, and commercial contracting in the Australian context.
Experience partnering with cross-functional teams and influencing operational decision-making.
Skilled in managing risk pragmatically and balancing commercial outcomes with compliance.
Commercial, hands-on, and solutions-focused Operationally savvy with experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain teams.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Able to manage competing priorities with calm, confidence, and good judgment Collaborative leadership style and high emotional intelligence
About Us:
We value diversity and inclusivity, and welcome applications from talented individuals across various backgrounds. Join us to contribute positively to the growth of the organization and enjoy opportunities for personal and career development, and a collaborative team environment.