At a Glance
- Tasks: Draft and negotiate commercial contracts while advising on legal issues.
- Company: Join a Great Place to Work certified company with a strong local presence.
- Benefits: Enjoy up to 31 days leave, profit sharing, and education assistance.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape client experiences and influence business success in a high-impact role.
- Qualifications: 2+ years PQE with experience in commercial law and contract negotiation.
The predicted salary is between 139590 - 170610 $ per year.
At Peninsula, we’re proud to be a Great Place to Work certified company – our people stay because they are rewarded, valued and trusted to make an impact. Backed by one of the world's largest privately-owned business services groups, we're a market leader in HR, Employment Relations and Health & Safety advisory.
As Legal Counsel, you will be partnering with business leaders to shape our commercial direction, whilst providing support to and mentoring Junior Lawyers. Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, you'll be a trusted advisor, handling complex commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks.
What you'll be doing:
- Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and advising on a variety of commercial contracts
- Providing proactive legal advice to internal stakeholders on employment-related legal issues, consumer protection laws and WHS issues across ANZ.
- Advise, negotiate and resolve internal employment-related and commercial disputes.
- Identifying and analysing legal risks and developing effective strategies to mitigate them.
- Keeping abreast of relevant legislation, regulations, and industry developments.
- Developing and implementing internal legal policies and procedures.
- Contribute to legal training to internal teams as required.
What you’ll bring:
- 2+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) with a current practicing certificate
- Demonstrable experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of complex commercial agreements.
- Excellent knowledge of contract law and commercial law.
- Proven ability to provide clear, concise, and commercially focused legal advice.
Why Peninsula?
This is a high-impact role where you’ll genuinely shape the client experience and influence how we deliver for our customers every day. As a global brand with strong local presence, we invest in our people, support their growth, and continuously evolve our benefits to stay competitive.
Some of our perks include:
- Enhanced Leave: Start with up to 25 days leave in your first year and earn more as your career grows—up to 31 days after 5 years!
- Profit Sharing: Share in the success of the business with an annual bonus.
- Super Service & MVP Awards: Earn $1000 and enjoy a day off as a reward for demonstrating our values.
- Career Pathways: Take your career further with a structured development path and opportunities to grow into management, training and beyond!
- Education Assistance Program: We support your professional development with ongoing education assistance.
- Bright Exchange: Access exclusive discounts on hundreds of products and services.
- Health & Wellness: Enjoy a $250 voucher, gym discounts, and more!
- Social Club: Enjoy monthly events to stay connected and have some fun along the way!
If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you! At Peninsula, we care about creating an inclusive workplace and celebrate diversity. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer.
Legal Counsel I In-house in Sydney employer: Peninsula Australia
At Peninsula Australia, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and dynamic work environment. Our HR & ER Advisors benefit from comprehensive training, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to make a real impact in guiding clients through complex employment law issues. With stable rosters and a commitment to career advancement within our global brand, we ensure our employees thrive both personally and professionally in a culture that values collaboration and innovation.
