At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal support and guidance for sustainable operations at Lynas Rare Earths.
- Company: Join Lynas Rare Earths, a leader in ethical rare earth materials production.
- Benefits: Be part of a supportive team with a focus on inclusion and empowerment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainability while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 5+ years of legal experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Law required.
The predicted salary is between 99000 - 121000 $ per year.
Want to contribute to a sustainable future? Join Lynas Rare Earths, the world’s only significant supplier of separated rare earth materials outside of China, as we continue to meet global market needs for sustainably produced rare earth products. Lynas Rare Earths is an ethical and environmentally responsible producer of rare earth materials. Boasting a life of mine of 20+ years, our materials are used in many future-facing applications, including electronics, wind turbines and hybrid and electric vehicles.
Working as part of a small team, you will build connections with people throughout our business and make a difference to the understanding of rare earths and their importance to everyday life. At Lynas we are proud to create an environment where our people bring their best self to work and feel safe, included and empowered.
The Opportunity: Lynas Rare Earths is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide high-quality legal support across all Australian operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting commercial decision-making while ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation. You will provide trusted legal advice, manage key documentation, and contribute to safeguarding Lynas interests while upholding the highest legal and ethical standards.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Provide general legal guidance to internal stakeholders in line with Lynas’s policies and legal obligations
- Prepare, review, and maintain legal and business documentation
- Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements
- Provide legal advice on regulatory and compliance matters across Australian operations
- Support land tenure, native title, and heritage-related matters
- Contribute to procurement activities and tender processes
- Assist with dispute management and potentially litigious matters
- Support company secretarial functions, including board papers, minutes, ASIC filings, and company registers
- Contribute to legal knowledge sharing, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to health, safety, and environment (HSE) standards
Skills and experience required for this role:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Law
- 5+ years of post-qualification experience
- Previous Experience within corporate, commercial, or in-house environments (mining/resources industry preferred)
- Strong understanding of Australian legal and regulatory frameworks
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to provide clear, practical legal advice to non-legal teams
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, as well as candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.
Legal Counsel employer: Lynas Rare Earths Ltd
Lynas Rare Earths is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to work at the newly established Kalgoorlie Rare Earth Processing Facility, where you can lead a dedicated team in a pioneering environment focused on safety and sustainability. With a strong commitment to employee development, competitive benefits including an annual bonus scheme, and a culture that values empowerment and diversity, Lynas fosters a rewarding workplace for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the critical minerals sector.
