Senior In-House Counsel

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Law Staff Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

We are exclusively partnering with a highly established and rapidly expanding organisation operating a prominent franchise model across 10+ countries with nearly 7,000 employees worldwide.

Boasting a strong network of over 800 offices nationally and a dynamic commercial environment, they are now seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to lead legal functions across franchising, commercial contracts, governance, and risk.

This is a rare opportunity to join a well known corporate brand in a strategic role offering direct access to the executive leadership team, genuine autonomy, and the ability to shape the legal framework of a growing global business.

What will it involve?

As Senior Legal Counsel for Australia, 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

Why Consider This Role?

You'll join a values-led organisation that takes pride in 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
  • Monthly phone reimbursement
  • Free onsite parking, modern open-plan offices, and end-of-trip facilities
  • Annual professional development support and reimbursement of legal memberships
  • A vibrant and welcoming workplace culture that encourages initiative and contribution & much more

Whats the ideal experience?

This role is ideally 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
  • Senior Lawyers looking for Part-time are also encouraged to apply

Keen to Explore Further?

We'd love to hear from you. Law Staff offers flexible and confidential meeting options - whether over the phone, via Teams, or in person over coffee. We're happy to provide a detailed profile on this opportunity so you can assess whether it aligns with your career direction.

To apply, click
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  • Georgina See
  • Bianca Davies

LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD |

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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