Senior Legal Counsel in Brisbane

Want to challenge yourself at a purpose-led scale up AND make a difference in the world? Come join the revolootion!

We make eco-friendly products and donate 50% of our profits to provide clean water and help build toilets for the billions of people who lack proper access. So far, we’ve contributed over $18 million AUD (roughly $12.5 million USD) to fund sanitation projects around the globe. Basically, we’re really good at doing good.

With hubs in Australia, the Philippines, China, the US, UK and Europe, our amazing team of 200+ work to make the biggest possible impact for people and the planet. Over the next couple of years, we’re hoping to increase our annual donation tenfold to get us closer to our dream of everyone in the world having access to clean water and sanitation services.

A bit about the role:

• You’ll take the lead on complex commercial matters, including significant contracts and high-stakes negotiations.
• You’ll provide expert guidance across global legal areas like intellectual property, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• You’ll serve as a crucial point of contact for day-to-day legal inquiries and play a key role in educating the business on legal best practices.
• You would have collaborated with our Head of Legal to define goals and priorities, ensuring our legal strategy aligns with the company's bigger picture.
• You might have been reviewing contracts and advising on compliance for exciting new product lines as we expand our reach.
• You could have been sharing your knowledge with a junior lawyer on secondment, helping them tackle a complex issue or providing guidance that supports their professional growth.
• You'd have been translating complex legal jargon into clear, actionable advice for our marketing or operations teams.
• You might have been exploring and implementing new legal tech or processes to boost efficiency.
• You could have been in the thick of negotiations for a key partnership, securing outcomes that are beneficial for our mission and our business.
• You'd have been keeping a close eye on global legal changes, ensuring our advice is always accurate.

Let’s talk about you:

• You’re more than just legally brilliant; you’re a proactive leader with a knack for getting things done.
• Minimum 5 years+ PAE: 10years+ PAE & in-house experience desirable.
• You enjoy collaborating to set clear goals and work with the Head of Legal to develop effective plans for the team.
• You understand the benefits of finding win-win solutions and develop strong relationships.
• You can skillfully manage multiple legal projects, keeping stakeholders aligned and initiatives on track.
• You're great at fostering collaboration, providing constructive feedback, and navigating challenging conversations respectfully.
• You're focused on achieving measurable outcomes, always looking for ways to improve processes.
• You can break down complex legal information for non-legal audiences.
• You have excellent technical legal skills and can confidently handle complex matters.
• You offer clear, pre-emptive legal advice that balances risk and commercial success.
• You're always seeking ways to improve processes and contribute to a culture of ongoing learning.
• You genuinely like guiding and supporting junior team members.

Do you want your work to make the world a better place? Do you want to work with other people who feel the same way? What a coincidence — us too!

Why should you work with us?

• As a certified B Corp, we work to make a difference every day while maintaining the highest standards of social and environmental impact.
• We offer competitive, market-informed salaries.
• Meaningful support towards healthcare for our team around the world.
• Generous paid leave.
• Tailored learning and development opportunities.
• Free toilet paper.

Our engagement surveys tell us that our team is really proud (95%) to work for Who Gives A Crap.

If you’re still reading, we think there’s a strong chance you might be our kind of person. We believe a diversity of perspectives and experiences makes a team stronger.