Overview
In-House Legal Counsel - FMCG
In-House Legal Counsel
The About Our Client
The client is a global client.
The Job Description
Cooperate with, integrate in the business with, and build positive relations with, stakeholders to secure sustainable solutions.
Pro-actively support the management and other stakeholders.
Review, draft and negotiate contracts.
Secure rights and assess obligations to reduce exposure to legal risks and to optimise business opportunities.
Actively cooperate with Group Legal & Governance to secure alignment of global and country specific agenda.
Contribute and support the implementation of business plans, development projects and corresponding roadmap. Implement standard processes and ways of working for the legal area within the Group.
Develop competence and provide education to relevant stakeholders in the area of laws and regulations.
Provide expert knowledge around legal topics and influence stakeholders to secure the business from a legal and governance perspective.
Be equipped with strong stakeholder management and communication skills to influence and advise on different legal topics.
Negotiate and take initiative to explore all alternatives when handling legal disputes to reach a desirable outcome for all relevant parties.
Explore and implement digital and online tool solutions that build efficiency.
Manage time and handle multiple and conflicting deadlines and administration tasks.
Work autonomously, independently, in a team workplace in office and across remote settings.
Pay attention to details and maintain high standards when getting tasks done.
The Successful Applicant
A university degree in law - Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD).
A current Australian or Recent Zealand practising certificate.
3 - 6 years PQE with a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house experience (ideally FMCG experience) in Australia and New Zealand.
Extensive experience in commercial contracting and ideally a valuable understanding of consumer law and property law.
Sound knowledge and experienced in application of Australian and New Zealand law and regulation.
Passion to grow and gain experience in different areas of law.
A problem-solving mindset and strong commercial acumen.
Ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences, ensuring clarity and accessibility, and comfortable in dealing with ambiguity.
What’s on Offer
Attractive Package.
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📌 Legal Counsel Corporate Sydney
🏢 Michael Page Australia
📍 Sydney