Legal Counsel

Our Company

Vuly Play is a leading Australian manufacturer and retailer of premium outdoor play equipment. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and safety, we have established a strong presence in the market and a loyal customer base. Our mission is to inspire active, outdoor play and foster a sense of adventure in families across the country. As we continue to expand our product range and distribution channels, we're seeking a highly skilled legal professional to safeguard our operations and support our growth.

The Role

Vuly is looking for an experienced and proactive Legal Counsel to join our Wakerley-based team. This is a full-time position where you will serve as the primary in-house legal counsel, overseeing contracts, intellectual property, insurance, and compliance. You'll work closely with the executive team to manage risk, protect the company's interests, and ensure Vuly continues to operate with the highest legal and ethical standards. While the main focus of the role is legal management, you will also provide oversight on HR compliance matters and support positive workplace practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Management: Draft, review, negotiate, and manage all commercial and legal agreements.
• Intellectual Property Portfolio: Oversee Vuly's global IP assets in coordination with international law firms, ensuring protection and enforcement of rights.
• Insurance Management: Administer all corporate insurance policies, including renewals and claims handling across multiple jurisdictions.
• Compliance Oversight: Ensure adherence to corporate regulations, product safety laws, WHS, and consumer law.
• Regulatory & Consumer Matters: Advise on ACCC compliance and handle legal aspects of consumer issues.
• External Legal Coordination: Engage and manage external counsel both domestically and internationally.
• HR Compliance Support: Advise on high-level HR matters, including investigations, grievances, and policy development in line with Fair Work legislation.
• Executive Advisory: Provide strategic legal advice on risk management, contracts, and governance.

About You

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent.
• Admission as a legal practitioner in Australia (preferred but not essential).

Experience

• 4+ years in-house or corporate advisory legal role.
• Proven expertise in contract law, corporate compliance, and risk management or similar.
• Experience with intellectual property and insurance law is highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of product liability, consumer protection laws, and safety compliance frameworks highly regarded.
• Exposure to employment law and HR compliance is highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial law, particularly in manufacturing or retail sectors.

Skills

• Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, with strong project management capabilities.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive matters.

Why Vuly?At Vuly Play, we value our people just as much as our products. In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the legal foundations of a fast-growing business while influencing its strategic direction in meaningful ways. As part of our team, you'll enjoy monthly complimentary lunches and haircuts, exclusive discounts across the full Vuly Play range, and the support of a collaborative workplace that prioritises both professional growth and personal development.

This is a full-time role (Monday–Friday) based in our Wakerley office. If you're ready to take ownership of Vuly's legal and compliance framework and play a pivotal role in our success story, apply now with your resume and cover letter. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.