In-House Legal Counsel

A fast-growing Australian global food brand is looking to appoint an In-House Legal Counsel to support its corporate legal strategy. This role works closely with the parent company in China, ensuring robust compliance frameworks are in place across jurisdictions.

The Role As the In-House Legal Counsel, you will manage day-to-day legal and compliance matters for the Australian business and provide legal support to our sister company as required. This is a hands‑on, business‑partnering role in a dynamic, fast‑paced FMCG environment.

Core Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with Australian laws and regulations, including managing foreign investment (FIRB) compliance and liaising with regulators as required

Establish local compliance and risk control systems, develop annual implementation plans, and drive policy execution

Identify and manage key legal and compliance risks across major business areas, coordinating risk mitigation strategies and emergency response plans with internal stakeholders

Review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including sales, vendor services, IT, and supply chain contracts (logistics, ingredients, manufacturing, etc.)

Support procurement, sales, and marketing teams with legal risk assessments for new business initiatives

Manage litigation, disputes, and investigations

Provide legal advice on commercial and operational matters

Manage online and offline trademark portfolios with support from external legal advisors

Deliver regular legal training and legal induction programs to employees

Collaborate closely with the China HQ legal team to continuously improve standard processes (e.g. chops, licence management)

About You

Minimum 4–5 years post‑admission legal experience

Tertiary qualification in Law and admitted to practise in Australia

Experience within the FMCG industry is highly regarded

Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin is essential for liaising with China HQ

Key Attributes

Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, constantly evolving environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with high attention to detail and a business‑partnering mindset

Sound judgement with strong problem‑solving and decision‑making capability

Well‑disciplined, collaborative, and highly dedicated

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