Legal Counsel
16 hours ago
Leading a Team of In-House Legal Recruiters - Director @ Beacon Legal - Qualified Lawyer
Overview
Beacon Legal is partnering with a major Australian FMCG business seeking to hire a Legal Counsel in Sydney.
Why is this a great role?
This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative business in a permanent, flexible role. You'll be part of a respected legal team working on projects that intersect with sustainability, retail development, and commercial transformation.
You'll advise on a broad range of commercial matters in a dynamic in-house setting. The team environment is collegiate and supportive, with plenty of opportunity to build long-term relationships and make a measurable business impact.
We know this legal function well and have placed people into the team before. Feedback has consistently highlighted their strong mentoring culture, interesting commercial work, and career development opportunity.
If you're looking to apply your legal skills in a diverse business, while gaining exposure to retail innovation and strategic projects, this one's worth exploring.
How this role develops your career
You'll work directly with senior legal and business stakeholders on commercial transactions, projects, and advisory matters.
The business operates across multiple sectors and jurisdictions, providing an opportunity to build capability in areas like contracting, infrastructure, product development, and sustainability.
You'll also contribute to business-critical legal projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and help shape commercial outcomes at scale.
This role is ideal for a mid-level lawyer who wants to grow their commercial expertise in a structured, well-resourced environment.
Why lawyers like working here
- The variety and scale of work across different parts of the business
- A non-hierarchical legal function that values your input
- High trust between legal and commercial teams
- Exposure to nationally significant projects and advisory matters
- A healthy balance between challenge and work-life flexibility
The team fosters genuine collaboration and prioritises development and wellbeing, including flexible working options and a strong culture of psychological safety.
What work will you do?
As part of a high-performing legal team, you will:
- Support commercial transactions and provide advisory input across various business streams
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts suited to operational and project needs
- Advise the business on matters relating to construction and planning
- Advise the business on technology and privacy law
- Engage with senior stakeholders to offer clear, commercial legal advice
- Manage general commercial disputes and help mitigate legal risk across business activities
- Monitor relevant legislative developments and assist with legal training and knowledge sharing
- Contribute to legal and operational process improvements, including system automation where appropriate
What type of person will be successful?
- Admitted to practise law in Australia or New Zealand
- 3–4 years PQE in commercial law (private practice or in-house)
- Strong written communication and contract drafting skills
- Some exposure to construction law would be desirable
- Able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- Curious, adaptable, and commercially minded
How to apply
Apply below or send your CV to matthew.- to arrange a confidential discussion.
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Legal
Industries
- Consumer Services and Retail
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