Legal Counsel providing expert legal advice on employment and safety law while supporting strategic business objectives. Opportunity to develop and grow in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice across all business units, to manage legal and commercial risk.
Drafting and negotiation of both revenue and supply contracts, dealing with sophisticated customers and suppliers.
Collaborate with stakeholders including executives, statutory bodies, government agencies, and external counsel to ensure effective legal and regulatory outcomes.
Support a Safety-First culture, staying current with relevant legislation and embedding legal considerations into operations and decision-making across the organisation.
An opportunity to make the role your own and grow into new areas.
Requirements
Legally qualified with a current practising certificate
5+ years’ PQE experience in a law firm or in house with 4+ years of experience in employment and with some experience in safety law
A growth mindset, open, friendly and approachable with a can-do attitude.
Well-developed working knowledge of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and other employment related legislation
Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts as well as employment contracts
A proven strategic and commercially focused approach to supporting Coates achieve optimal legal outcomes in a dynamic business environment
An enthusiasm for driving legal efficiencies and improving processes for better business outcomes
Benefits
Development and career progression pathways
Flexible working options available—let’s discuss what works best for you
Access to our employee discounts, benefits and wellbeing program
Purchased additional leave program
Novated leasing and salary sacrifice
12 weeks Paid Parental Leave in addition to government parental leave scheme
Volunteering opportunities through the Coates Foundation
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