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We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team at IKEA. As a key member of our legal department, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our business operations are compliant with all relevant laws and regulations.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to secure mutually beneficial solutions
• Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements and legal documents
• Proactively support management and other stakeholders by securing rights and assessing obligations to reduce exposure to legal risks and optimize business opportunities
• Contribute to the implementation of the Business Plan, development projects, and corresponding roadmaps
• Implement standard processes and ways of working for the legal area within IKEA Australia and IKEA New Zealand
• Develop competence and provide education to relevant stakeholders in the area of laws and regulations
• Liaise and cooperate with Global Legal & Governance to secure alignment of country agenda

• Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor with 3 to 6 years PQE with a well-regarded law firm and in-house experience
• A current Australian or New Zealand practicing certificate
• Broad knowledge and background in corporate and commercial law, consumer law, and property and construction law
• Strong commercial acumen with solid experience in contract review, negotiation, and drafting
• Sound knowledge and experience in the application of the law, legal systems, and government policies
• Passion to grow and gain experience in the following areas of law: consumer and competition, marketing and advertising, general commercial (including logistics, transport, and digital), property and construction, dispute resolution, mergers and acquisition, intellectual property, employment and WHS, franchise, finance, insurance, and corporate governance

At IKEA, we believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society, and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home, and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world.

We are guided by our cultures and values, creating a great place to work. We stand for equality, diversity, and inclusion. We care about people and planet and promote health and wellbeing. We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential.