Legal Counsel – Consumer

Job description
Clario connects Australian-qualified lawyers with leading in-house legal teams on a flexible basis.

The team has deep legal industry experience in lawyer engagement, legal operations, technology and customer experience.

People have worked with 65% of Australia's leading corporate and government organisations.

Working with Clario, you will provide expert legal advice and support to clients across multiple industries and specialisations.

You will work closely with various businesses to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, mitigate risks, and contribute to the overall success of our clients.

About Us
We offer an ideal employment model for lawyers who are:

Returning to the workforce after a career break
Transitioning to independent contracting
Seeking to balance work with travel or study commitments
Making the move from private practice to an in-house legal role
The Role
A global FMCG brand is seeking an experienced commercial legal counsel for a 12-month maternity leave cover on a part-time basis (2 days per week).

You will report to the General Counsel and be responsible for drafting, negotiating and reviewing a broad range of commercial contracts.

Liaise with internal stakeholders and provide legal advice in relation to marketing review, intellectual property and compliance.

Main Responsibilities
Provide legal advice on a wide range of commercial matters, including corporate, commercial, intellectual property, marketing compliance, technology, and data privacy.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Build strong relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders to assist the client in achieving their strategic and commercial objectives.
Stay updated on relevant legal developments and industry trends.
About You
A qualified lawyer with a minimum of 3 PQE.

You have previous experience working with a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.

Strong knowledge of Australian law and regulations.

Previous experience working for consumer brands and within the FMCG industry highly regarded.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

A proactive and positive attitude. Read more