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Legal Counsel

Melbourne CBD Permanent AU$135,000 - AU$155,000 per year View Job Description
Legal Counsel - Commercial, Corporate & IP Focus Melbourne | St Kilda Road | Global Ingredients Business Full-time, On-site | 4-8 Years PAE
  • ANZ Legal Counsel with 4-8 years PAE supporting Head of Legal ANZ
  • Commercial & Corporate Law in Listed B2B business and cross-boarder projects too

About Our Client

We're partnering with a global food ingredients business at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. With operations across multiple continents, this company plays a vital role in the food supply chain-cultivating, producing, and supplying high-quality ingredients to major food and beverage manufacturers.

As part of their continued growth across Australia and New Zealand, they are seeking a Legal Counsel with 4-8 years' post-admission experience to join their collaborative in-house legal team.

Job Description

Reporting to the Head of Legal, Australia & New Zealand, this is a broad in-house role that supports the business locally, while offering the opportunity to contribute to global legal initiatives and cross-border projects.

Key responsibilities include:



  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts


  • Advising on intellectual property, corporate governance, and employment law matters


  • Supporting business stakeholders with timely, commercially aware legal advice


  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of legal processes and contract frameworks


  • Engaging in cross-functional collaboration on global legal initiatives and group-level matters

The Successful Applicant

We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment. Ideally, you will bring:



  • 4-8 years' PAE, starting in a top-tier law firm, followed by in-house experience


  • Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills


  • Exposure to corporate and commercial law, with bonus points for IP or agribusiness experience


  • A collaborative mindset and the confidence to advise a wide range of stakeholders


  • A desire to work in-person with a close-knit team (5 days per week at the Melbourne HQ on St Kilda Road)



This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to grow their in-house career in a purpose-driven, global organisation with a strong local footprint.

What's on Offer

  • Salary $135,000-$155,000 + super
  • Office with excellent, modern amenities, close to the city and opposite a tram stop.
  • Close relationship with highly experienced, senior lawyer with international experience.
  • Opportunity to move overseas in the future and work on cross-boarder matters within globally listed firm.
  • Highly positive and engaged team.
Contact
Kate Castell
Quote job ref
JN-052025-6733509
Phone number
+61 3 9607 5635

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
In-House Counsel
What is your industry?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Melbourne CBD
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kate Castell
Consultant phone
+61 3 9607 5635
Job Reference
JN-052025-6733509

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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