Overview
In-House Counsel FMCG, Commercial & IP – Melbourne, Australia. Join a fast-growing, Australian-owned international e-commerce brand in a broad in-house role. Suits lawyers from commercial and IP backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- As the sole legal counsel for the business, manage and oversee the company's legal and compliance requirements and external counsel.
- Handle a broad IP workload including trademark and design registrations, patents, licensing, and IP infringement.
- Draft, negotiate, review and advise on commercial contracts including distributor and retail supply agreements.
- Provide guidance on compliance, IT, regulatory and employment law; support international operations across local and overseas markets.
- Utilize drafting skills to apply commercial acumen and tech solutions to streamline processes.
- Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to protect legal interests and support commercial goals.
Qualifications
- 4-10 years Post-Admission Experience (PAE) in private practice or in-house.
- Australian lawyer with current practicing certificate.
- Strong legal and commercial acumen, excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Independent and team-oriented, with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset; comfortable using technology to improve processes.
- Tech-savvy and able to work in a fast-paced, lead role within a growing business.
Employment details
- Employment type: Full-time
- Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
- Location: Melbourne-based (CBD offices) with an option to work 1 day per week from home
Application
To be considered for this strictly Melbourne-based role you will be an Australian lawyer with current practicing certificate and relevant in-house or private practice experience. Apply in confidence to Emma Leeseberg, via or call Emma on 0448 915 888. To obtain a copy of the PD for the role email Emma at .
This role is exclusive to Burgess Paluch and all applications will be forwarded to us.
In-House Counsel FMCG, Commercial & IP 4-10 employer: Burgess Paluch Legal Recruitment
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