Senior Legal Counsel

3 weeks ago

Council Of The City Of Ryde, Australia Metcash Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our team at Metcash. As a key member of our legal team, you will provide expert legal advice and support to our Food and Liquor business pillars.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal advice and support on commercial transactions, including joint ventures, store acquisitions and disposals, and commercial contracts.
  • Assist with disputes and investigations, including litigation, disputes, insolvency/debt recovery, and regulatory investigations.
  • Provide advisory and compliance services on areas of law and compliance obligations affecting Metcash Food and Liquor, including competition and consumer law, privacy, product safety, quality and labelling, and liquor licensing.
  • Support the implementation of compliance frameworks and processes for compliance obligations.
Requirements
  • LLB (or equivalent) and current NSW practicing certificate.
  • 5+ years PQE in private practice and/or in-house roles.
  • Excellent contract, transactional, and general commercial legal skills.
  • Knowledge of the legal and regulatory landscape in Australia and other jurisdictions.
  • Solution-focused mindset with ability to make sound judgment calls balancing risk and commercial objectives.
  • Solid influential skills with ability to engage, collaborate, and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
What We Offer
  • A supportive and flexible work environment.
  • 5th week of annual leave every year after your first year.
  • 2 well-being days and 1 volunteer day annually.
  • Abundance of learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
  • 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for primary carers.
  • Proudly awarded "Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion".
  • Recognised as 45th in the global "Equileap Top 100" for initiatives on gender equity.
About Us

Metcash is Australia's leading wholesale distribution company, with revenue exceeding $18 billion in FY23. We're an ASX top 100 listed company dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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