Onsite Legal Counsel

Posted 22 hours ago

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About the role

  • Legal Counsel for corporate operations at Orica, providing legal support to senior leaders globally. Drafting, reviewing documents and advising on corporate matters.

Responsibilities

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of legal documentation across the Orica Group, including M&A documentation, license and lease agreements, research and technology agreements, and standard form contracts and terms.
  • Working closely with corporate functions including Business Development, Company Secretariat, Treasury, Tax, HR, Investor Relations, and Communications.
  • Advising on complex corporate and commercial matters, and managing external counsel where required.
  • Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and supporting the business with practical, preventative risk management advice.
  • Supporting intellectual property and technology/IT matters, and assisting with verification of investor‑related documentation.
  • Assisting with cross‑border M&A transactions, capital raisings and other initiatives.
  • Managing disputes, including litigation and arbitration.
  • Supporting selected corporate governance matters, including company secretariat activities.

Requirements

  • A law degree and a current practicing certificate.
  • Around 4+ years’ post‑qualification experience, ideally combining top‑tier private practice with in‑house or secondment experience.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience with M&A transaction documentation.
  • Experience operating in complex, fast‑paced environments with competing priorities.
  • Exposure to competition law, privacy, intellectual property and technology matters is advantageous.
  • Clear and effective communication skills, sound judgement, and a collaborative approach.
  • A reputation for integrity, resilience and professionalism.

Benefits

  • As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture.
  • We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
  • You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture.

Job title

Legal Counsel

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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