Legal/General Counsel

FOREVER US

Step into the world of Forever New, where fashion meets innovation. As one of Australia’s leading global fashion brands, we’ve grown from our Melbourne roots to over 450 stores worldwide with a thriving online presence. Our success is driven by our passionate community of creative thinkers, retail experts, and forward-looking innovators who bring our vision to life - to make it her moment.

THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU Benefits As a valued member of the Forever New family, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your success and wellbeing:

Enjoy a generous 40% employee discount, with additional discounts for family and friends.

Subsidised daily coffee and lunch at our on-site cafe

Celebrate special moments with loyalty and birthday leave

Receive referral incentives for introducing talented people to our team

Access to wellbeing and sustainability initiatives that support your overall health and purpose

Thrive through continuous learning and development programs

Be recognised through our reward and service awards programs

Benefit from subsidised parking at our vibrant Richmond Head Office

Gain global exposure across five continents, expanding your horizons and career opportunities.

YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY We have an exceptional opportunity for a Legal/General Counsel to join our Melbourne Head Office as a key member of our Finance, Legal and Risk function. In this influential role, you’ll act as both strategic advisor and legal leader – Partnering with our Executive and Board to ensure Forever New’s global operations are legally sound, ethically governed, and future‑ready.

You’ll bring legal expertise and commercial savvy to help drive outcomes across a wide range of areas including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and sustainability. This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior legal leader with a passion for business, fashion and making a meaningful impact.

Get Excited To

Provide expert legal advice across corporate, commercial, employment, IP, and regulatory matters globally

Oversee drafting, negotiation and management of key contracts (e.g. suppliers, leases, partnerships)

Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes with external counsel

Ensure compliance with international trade, consumer protection and industry-specific regulations

Act as Company Secretary, supporting Board operations (agendas, minutes, meetings)

Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and relevant legislation (e.g. Corporations Act 2001)

Maintain statutory registers and manage timely corporate filings

Advise Board and Executive on directors' duties, governance risks, and conflicts of interest

Develop and lead compliance frameworks to mitigate legal and regulatory risk

Monitor legislative changes and update policies accordingly

Deliver training to embed a culture of compliance and ethical conduct across the business

Advise on legal risks and opportunities relating to business initiatives, new markets, and product launches

Balance legal risk with commercial decision‑making to support business outcomes

Lead legal support for M&A and corporate transactions, including due diligence and structuring advice

The Skills And Experience You Offer Us We’re looking for a pragmatic, commercially‑minded legal professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can work cross‑functionally to drive impactful, legally sound outcomes.

Law degree and admission to practice law in Australia

10+ years of legal experience, with 5+ in a senior in‑house counsel role

Experience in retail or fashion industry strongly preferred

Previous Company Secretary experience desirable

Deep understanding of corporate governance, IP and employment law

Familiarity with sustainability and ethical sourcing frameworks

Ability to manage complex legal issues with clear, actionable advice

Excellent written and verbal communication skillsConfident stakeholder management, including Board and Executive

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Tech‑savvy, with high‑level proficiency in Microsoft Office

WHY THIS ROLE IS EXCITING

Be a trusted advisor to Executive Leadership and the Board

Shape the legal and compliance foundation of a global fashion brand

Influence strategic initiatives from product launches to market expansion

Work in a values‑driven, collaborative and inspiring culture

Make your mark in a company that’s fast, modern and ready for anything

OUR VALUES Whether You’re Advising On Risk, Negotiating Contracts Or Shaping Governance, Our Values Are At The Heart Of Everything We Do

Think Customer

Respect for All

Keep it Simple

Take Responsibility

Act with Pace

Join Forever New and be the legal voice behind one of Australia’s most iconic fashion brands.

Apply now – and make it her moment.

LOCATION:

Richmond, Victoria, Australia

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