Legal Counsel

5 months ago


Sydney, Australia EssilorLuxottica Full time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray-Ban, Oakley , Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry , and CHANEL whilst our cutting-edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand, we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray-Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more. 

The Legal Counsel will be tasked with overseeing legal operational matters and risks within EssilorLuxottica's retail and professional solutions operations in Australia and New Zealand. They will handle a wide range of work including property and general commercial law matters and will work closely with senior management as well as other internal and external stakeholders.Whilst the emphasis of this role is on Property and Leasing, namely handling legal enquiries, reviews and issues related to commercial, retail, and residential properties, the role will also support the general commercial operations of the ANZ business.

We’re looking for an experienced property and general commercial lawyer with a business partner mindset, adept at balancing risk with pragmatism. They apply a commercial perspective to their role, adopt a solution-focussed mindset and thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements for Success

Manage the negotiation and preparation of commercial, retail and residential lease documents on a portfolio of 700+ sites across Australia and New Zealand Advise on a broad range of general commercial legal matters, including the review of marketing materials and advertising campaigns Review and draft a broad range of commercial agreements, including for the procurement of goods and services, and the wholesale supply of goods to customers Advise on disputes and complaints, including customer issues Foster strong collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement within the legal team and wider business Work with the global legal team on a range of legal issues and global projects Manage external legal advisers whilst controlling spend

Skills & Experience

Must possess a Law Degree, minimum Bachelor's level Must hold an unrestricted Australian Practising Certificate Minimum of 5 years experience within a reputable Australian firm or relevant in-house experience Leasing and property experience is critical. Retail leasing experience will be an advantage In depth understanding of the Australian retail leasing legislation Broad commercial and consumer law experience including ACL Able to work on a large range of complex matters and prioritise accordingly

Working at EssilorLuxottica

A career with EssilorLuxottica will offer you rewarding experiences and the opportunity to develop your skills every day. Working at our head-office located in North Sydney, you will enjoy:

A generous yearly product allowance for you to spend across our portfolio of brands Wellness amenities including reformer a Pilates studio, Yoga classes, Personal training and Bike storage. Abundance of local cafes, a major shopping centre and close to public transport facilities Global volunteering opportunities through our OneSight Foundation Wide range of career opportunities across the EssilorLuxottica network Complimentary full-time concierge services offering an exclusive hotel-style experience Options for a hybrid working environment

To be considered for this opportunity, please click apply and send your cover letter and resume today.

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.


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