Confidential - Leadership role - General Counsel
About Our Client
The client is a highly respected and fast-growing FMCG organisation.
Job Description
As General Counsel, you will play a critical role in shaping the legal, risk, and governance frameworks that support the organisation's continued growth and innovation. You will advise the Board and Executive on a wide range of legal matters, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and enabling strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic legal advice across all areas of the business
Lead contract negotiations, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance
Develop and oversee risk management, governance, and legal frameworks
Manage legal disputes and external counsel relationships
Advise senior stakeholders on emerging legal and regulatory developments
Build and lead a high-performing legal function
The Successful Applicant
Senior legal qualifications (admitted to practice in Australia)
10+ years' post-qualification experience, with a strong track record in corporate/commercial law
In-house experience at senior level, in FMCG desirable
Exceptional judgement, leadership and communication skills
Ability to operate with discretion and navigate complex, fast-paced environments
Has international exposure
What's on Offer
This is a rare opportunity to step into a trusted, strategic leadership role within a values-led and ambitious organisation.
Attractive package on offer.
Base salary of 250-275K AUD p.a. + Superannuation + Bonus