(Urgent Search) Legal Counsel

4 days ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia Michael Page Australia Full time

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 good 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 environment 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 New 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 good 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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