Corporate Counsel

Goodstart Corporate•San Francisco, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking two experienced Corporate Counsel to join our friendly in-house legal team. Reporting to the General Counsel, these roles offer the opportunity to work within a large and complex national organisation, providing high-quality legal support across the business. We have two opportunities available: A general advisory role, supporting a broad range of legal matters across the organisation. A property-focused role, with a strong emphasis on leases, agreements for lease, and freehold acquisitions across Australia.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years post admission experience as a legal practitioner in Australia, in a property, commercial or corporate law role.
Experience conducting complex negotiations.
Demonstrated ability to work both as part of an inter-disciplinary team and independently with limited supervision as the context requires.
Ability to produce quality work within agreed timeframes to meet client expectations.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to liaise at all levels within an organisation.
Current QLD Blue Card

Nice To Haves

Experience in employment law and/or litigation/dispute resolution will also be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

Provide clear, practical and commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters
Draft and review high-quality legal documents, ensuring accuracy and alignment with business needs
Support complex negotiations and represent the organisation in legal matters, including mediations and tribunals where required
Partner closely with stakeholders across the organisation, building trusted relationships and influencing outcomes
Manage external legal advisers effectively, ensuring value and alignment with business objectives
Contribute to the development of policies, precedents and risk management practices
Translate complex legal concepts into simple, actionable guidance for the business
Support and mentor junior team members, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing legal team

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging benefits
Access to discounted childcare (up to 15%)
Fitness Passport
Discounted health care and access to employee wellbeing program with BUPA
Exclusive discounts on travel, gym memberships, Apple and Dell products, and more.
Free annual flu shot (optional)
Option to purchase extra leave for even greater work life balance
First Nations Support and Cultural Leave
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