Lead Lawyer

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeSeniorLegalCounsel Full time $120,000 - $180,000
Job Title: Senior In-House Counsel

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead legal functions across franchising, commercial contracts, governance, and risk management.

As a senior legal counsel, you will work closely with the CFO and senior stakeholders, with responsibilities including:

  • Franchise Compliance: overseeing franchise agreements, disclosure documents, and compliance registers.
  • Commercial Contracting: drafting, negotiating, and reviewing supplier agreements, sponsorship deals, leases, and more.
  • Governance & Risk: advising on risk, privacy, and legislative changes; participating in internal committees as required.
  • Board Reporting: preparing clear and concise legal updates for board and leadership review.
  • External Counsel: managing relationships and instructions to external legal advisors.
  • Leadership: guiding and supporting a Legal & Events Administrator.

You'll join an organisation that values its brand and people. This role offers:

  • A competitive salary package aligned with experience.
  • The opportunity to advance your legal career, enjoying autonomy and impactful decision-making in a senior position.
  • Flexible work options, including up to 1 to 2 WFH days per week.
  • Annual professional development support and reimbursement of legal memberships.
  • A vibrant and welcoming workplace culture that encourages initiative and contribution.

This role is suited to a commercially minded, confident communicator with:

  • 5+ years' PAE, ideally with heavy franchising exposure.
  • Experience in franchise law, including preparing disclosure documents and managing franchisee relationships.
  • Strong commercial contracting experience, with the ability to balance legal risk against business needs.
  • The confidence to work independently and interface with executives and cross-functional teams.
  • A collaborative and practical approach, and the ability to work at pace in a large, evolving business.

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