Legal Counsel

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CAMILLA is on the hunt for a commercially savvy and solutions-focused Legal Counsel to join our tribe on a part-time basis.

This newly created in-house role will act as a trusted advisor across our business, providing expert legal guidance to support our global growth and ever-evolving creative landscape. From protecting our iconic prints and brand IP, to negotiating key commercial contracts and ensuring compliance across our retail footprint – you'll be the go-to legal partner helping us navigate the legal intricacies of the fashion world.

If you're passionate about fashion, thrive in a dynamic environment, and can translate complex legal matters into clear, practical advice – we want to hear from you.

What you will be doing on a day-to-day basis...

• Register, monitor and enforce trademarks and designs (locally and internationally)
• Manage IP infringement, including cease and desist processes and domain disputes
• Maintain IP portfolio and advise on brand protection strategy across all regions
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts including supplier, manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, collaboration, and influencer agreements
• Manage and update standard form templates (NDA, T&Cs, talent agreements etc.)
• Negotiate and review retail lease agreements, heads of agreement, renewals, and other ancillary lease documents such as Incentive Deeds and Agreements for Lease
• Provide legal input on store expansions, pop-ups, and premises fit-outs where needed
• Track key lease dates (renewals, rent reviews, expiry, make good etc.)
• Liaise with landlords and external leasing agents/legal advisors as required
• Manage disputes relating to tenancy, rent adjustments, and maintenance obligations
• Provide legal guidance on marketing campaigns, competitions, consumer law and e-commerce
• Oversee privacy compliance and data handling requirements (e.g., website terms, privacy policies)
• Oversee disputes relating to suppliers, IP, or commercial contracts
• Liaise with external counsel as needed
• Be a legal sounding board across all areas of the business as needed
• Help translate legal concepts into commercially practical advice
• Assist with ad hoc issues that arise in the day-to-day running of a fast-paced fashion brand

What we are looking for in our Legal Counsel..

• Qualified legal practitioner with an unrestricted practising certificate (or eligible to obtain one in NSW)
• 5+ years post-admission experience (ideally in-house or with a strong commercial background; flexible depending on the candidate)
• Solid grounding in contract law, property law, intellectual property, and consumer law
• Commercial mindset with the ability to balance legal risk with practical business needs
• Experience working with or advising retail, fashion, or creative industries is advantageous
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills – you're approachable, adaptable, and can translate legal speak into everyday language
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Organised, responsive, and able to manage competing priorities with a sense of calm and humour

If that wasn't enough to get you to click apply, we also offer...

• Competitive remuneration and benefits package
• A Health and Wellbeing offering including yoga, Pilates and wellness classes
• Stunning Head Office located in Alexandria, Sydney
• End of Month Birthday Drinks and Quarterly Angel Awards with epic prizes
• Dog friendly office
• A strong focus on personal and professional development
• Discounts and Uniform Allowances that will have you head to toe in CAMILLA

If this sounds like the role for you, float on over and apply now

With love xx

At CAMILLA, you are seen for your heart, soul, talent, abilities, quirks, authenticity, drive, and individuality.

When welcoming a new member into our Tribe, we encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability.

We will adjust our recruitment process to support accessibility needs. Equality will know no boundaries within our walls and wherever we go.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesRetail Apparel and Fashion and Legal Services

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