Legal Counsel

3 days ago

City of Melbourne, Australia Bakers Delight Full time

When you join the Bakers Delight corporate team, you get a lot more than just a great career and work environment.

With plenty of perks like a free daily lunch, a hybrid work environment, novated leasing options and a corporate bonus program, there’s a lot to be delighted about when you are part of our team.

If this sounds like the perfect ‘roll’ for you, just click on one of the links below to start your journey with us.

At Bakers Delight our vision is to be the most loved bakery in every community. We/'ve built our business through commitment to the quality of our product, the development of our people and by providing a delightful experience to all of our customers.

Job Description

The Opportunity

We’re excited to offer a new opportunity for a pragmatic and approachable Legal Counsel to join our collaborative in-house legal team. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this role supports our national property team with end-to-end legal services across leasing transactions, including new sites, renewals, surrenders, and more :

- Review, draft and negotiate leasing documents including agreements to lease, incentive deeds, fitout deeds, and storage licences.
- Provide concise legal advice to property managers and other internal teams on leasing matters such as repairs, bank guarantees, compensation, and redevelopment.
- Monitor key dates and workflows to ensure alignment with bakery openings and franchise disclosure obligations.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of retail leasing legislation and case law across all Australian jurisdictions.
- Support broader legal functions during peak periods, including franchising and commercial matters.
- Champion legal awareness and continuous education across the business.

Let’s hear about you

You’ll be able to utilise your previous experience in the legal and property industry to make suggestions and shape the role for maximum serviceability to your client groups, you will also demonstrate:

- At least 5 years’ experience as an Australian property lawyer, ideally with exposure to franchise businesses and national portfolios.
- A current Australian Practising Certificate.
- Excellent knowledge of retail leasing legislation and property law.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to balance strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.
- Confidence working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple priorities.
- A collaborative mindset and ability to engage across diverse business functions.

Why Bakers Delight?

You’ll love being part of the Bakers Delight family As well as the opportunity to work for a leading and successful international food retailer and well-respected franchisor with bakeries in over 500 locations across Australia, Bakers Delight offers a professional, fun and friendly working environment.

You’ll also have access to a range of benefits and programs that aim to support, reward and inspire:

- Reward and bonus structure
- Novated Lease options
- Health and wellness activities

Are you ready for your next challenge? Don’t miss out - apply today

Please, no recruitment agencies at this stage.

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