At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on contracts, employment law, and compliance for our logistics operations.
- Company: Join SF Holding, Asia's largest integrated logistics service provider.
- Benefits: Flexible engagement, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is essential; experience in logistics is a plus.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a fast-paced environment while working with a global leader.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Law and 4-5 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
Founded in 1993 in Shunde, Guangdong, S.F. Holding Co., Ltd. has grown into the largest integrated logistics service provider in China and Asia, and the fourth largest globally. SF continues to expand and optimize its logistics ecosystem, offering a wide range of services including time-definite express, economy express, freight, cold chain and pharmaceutical logistics, intra-city instant delivery, international express, international freight forwarding, and supply chain solutions.
We are seeking an experienced Legal & Compliance Advisor to support our growing international supply chain operations across Australia and New Zealand. This role works closely with management and operational teams to provide commercially practical legal advice across a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, employment law, regulatory compliance, and operational risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Commercial Contract Support
- Review, draft, and negotiate commercial agreements, including customer contracts, supplier agreements, partnership agreements, and logistics service contracts.
- Identify legal risks and provide practical risk mitigation strategies.
- Support internal stakeholders in understanding contractual obligations and key risk areas.
- Employment & HR Legal Advice
- Provide legal guidance on employment law matters in collaboration with HR.
- Review employment contracts, contractor arrangements, and workplace policies.
- Advise on employee relations issues including disciplinary processes, workplace investigations, and termination matters.
- Compliance & Regulatory Support
- Support compliance with relevant Australian laws and regulations, including commercial law, corporate governance, and workplace legislation.
- Provide guidance on privacy and data protection obligations.
- Assist in developing and improving internal compliance frameworks and procedures.
- Business Legal Support
- Provide day-to-day legal support to management and operational teams.
- Identify and assess legal risks across business operations.
- Liaise with external law firms where specialised legal advice is required.
Key Requirements / Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) is mandatory.
- Legal qualification obtained in Australia, the UK, or the US is highly preferred.
- Minimum 4–5+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in commercial law, corporate law, or in-house legal roles.
- Qualified to practice law in Australia is preferred, or strong demonstrated experience in Australian legal framework.
- Proven experience advising businesses on contracts, employment law, compliance, and corporate legal matters.
- Strong ability to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
- Experience in logistics, supply chain, or international trade industries is highly regarded.
- Mandarin Chinese language capability is required.
Legal & Compliance Advisor – Chinese Speaking in Sydney employer: Sf International
SF International is an exceptional employer that values diversity and fosters a collaborative work culture, making it an ideal place for a Mandarin-Speaking HR Specialist. Located in Strathfield, QLD, employees benefit from comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring they thrive in their roles while contributing to the success of operations across Australia and New Zealand. With a commitment to compliance and best practices, SF International offers a rewarding environment where your expertise in HR can make a meaningful impact.
