Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: LC221025
Published: about 3 hours ago
We are partnering with a respected Australian-headquartered global business to appoint a Legal Counsel to its collaborative and growing in-house legal team.

With operations spanning Australia, SE Asia, China, Europe, the UK, and Africa, this dynamic organisation offers a unique opportunity for a commercially focused legal professional to take on a varied and hands-on legal role supporting international operations. 

Known for its technical excellence and long-standing industry presence, the business operates in a fast-paced commercial environment. As the company continues to expand and its legal needs evolve, this strategic role will provide support across both commercial and operational teams.

What will it involve?
Working closely with the Legal and Compliance Manager and key internal stakeholders, your responsibilities will include:
  • Contract Review & Negotiation: Drafting and reviewing a range of commercial contracts including supply agreements, NDAs, and service terms
  • Compliance & Risk: Advising on regulatory obligations and supporting the implementation of internal compliance policies and procedures
  • Legal Advisory: Providing practical advice across areas such as privacy, employment, and commercial law
  • External Counsel Liaison: Assisting with litigation matters and managing instructions to external legal providers
  • Policy Development & Training: Drafting policies, identifying compliance gaps, and supporting staff education
  • Team Collaboration: Guiding junior legal team members and contributing to a supportive legal culture. 
Why Consider This Role?
This is a career-building opportunity to work for a global business that values long-term employee growth, commercial input, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key benefits include:
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Flexible hybrid work (3 days in-office, 2 days WFH)
  • Option to work full time or 4 days per week
  • Free onsite parking
  • Corporate health insurance discounts & novated leasing
  • Ongoing professional development support
  • A collaborative legal team with low staff turnover & more! 
What’s the ideal experience?
The ideal candidate will bring:
  • A Law degree and at least 5 years’ post-admission experience
  • Strong experience in commercial and contract law
  • A sound understanding of compliance, privacy, and employment frameworks
  • Excellent communication, drafting, and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A practical and proactive approach to legal problem-solving
  • Experience mentoring junior team members is desirable. 
Keen to Explore Further?
We’d love to hear from you. Law Staff offers confidential discussions at your convenience - phone, Teams, or in person.

To apply, click APPLY and attach your CV, or contact:
  • Georgina See - georgina@lawstaff.com.au 
Law Staff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.