Corporate Counsel – Leasing Specialist

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Chemist Warehouse Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Corporate Counsel – Leasing Specialist role at Chemist Warehouse.

Sigma Healthcare is powering pharmacy We have the largest pharmacy network in Australia with trusted brands including Chemist Warehouse, Amcal, Discount Drug Stores and Ultra Beauty We are powered by our dedicated people and our leading Australian full line pharmacy wholesale and distribution business that delivers medicines to any pharmacy anywhere in Australia. With Chemist Warehouse now operating in four countries outside Australia, we continue to expand our reach.

We're a Top 50 ASX-listed company operating across the healthcare sector, and our Legal team manage a large and complex retail and commercial property portfolio. We are seeking an experienced Corporate Counsel with leasing expertise to join our in-house legal team. In this role, you will help develop and improve the legal function and support on leasing and property matters, while also supporting a broader range of commercial legal work in a purpose-driven, fast-paced environment.

About the opportunity

As a Corporate Counsel - Leasing Specialist, the role will involve:

  • Review, negotiation, and completion of leasing documents across our national property portfolio, including:
  • Retail leases, agreements for lease, variations, renewals, surrenders, and licences to occupy, as well as,
  • Commercial leases for office, warehouse, and distribution centres
  • Partnering with Property Administration, Development, Leasing, and Construction teams to provide strategic legal guidance on:
  • Site acquisition and divestment
  • Lease structuring, tenure planning, and risk allocation
  • Landlord and tenant negotiations and disputes
  • Managing and improving leasing templates and workflows to increase efficiency and compliance
  • Assisting with broader commercial contracts including procurement, supply, and licensing agreements
  • Supporting the Legal team's risk and governance activities, including training, policy development, and contract management
  • Collaborating with external legal providers as needed on complex or high-value transactions
  • Collaborating with internal teams and regulatory bodies to ensure quality excellence
Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate will possess the following key skills and experience.

  • 7+ years' post-admission legal experience, with a strong focus on retail and commercial leasing
  • Experience in either in-house legal teams or top/mid-tier property law practices
  • Sound knowledge of leasing legislation and retail tenancy codes across multiple jurisdictions
  • Excellent lease drafting and negotiation skills
  • Sound commercial acumen and stakeholder relationship skills
  • Admitted to practice in Australia with a current unrestricted practising certificate
  • Be part of a Top 50 ASX-listed employer with a growing international footprint
  • Play a key role in the legal direction of a major retail property portfolio
  • Join a high-performing, dynamic and collaborative in-house legal team
  • Access hybrid working and career development opportunities
  • Be part of a purpose-led organisation improving health outcomes across Australia
  • Employee discounts on a wide range of products as well as corporate discounts on Healthcare Premiums and Novated Leasing
  • Access to EAP services

If you're a property lawyer with a specialty in leasing within a dynamic, high-impact organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function
  • Legal
Industries
  • Retail
Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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