Senior Legal Counsel | In-House Commercial Opportunity | 2 Days WFH

Gatehouse Legal Recruitment · Melbourne CBD VIC · Full time
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Senior Legal Counsel | In-House Commercial Opportunity | 2 Days WFH

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  • Broad commercial role with no billable hours.
  • Flexible working – 2 days WFH & 4-day week considered.
  • 12-month contract with genuine long-term potential.

Step into a rewarding in-house commercial role with flexibility, meaningful work and the opportunity to make a real impact.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has become available for a senior commercial lawyer looking to step into (or continue building) a rewarding in-house career with a purpose-driven organisation making a genuine difference in the community.

Working as part of a collaborative legal team, you will provide commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters, partnering closely with senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making. This is a varied role that will see you involved in negotiating and drafting commercial agreements, advising on procurement and operational matters, managing legal risk, supporting projects and providing pragmatic, solutions-focused advice across the business.

Initially offered as a 12-month contract, there is a genuine possibility of the role being extended for the right person.

On Offer

  • Join a collaborative and highly regarded in-house legal team.

  • Broad commercial role with genuine variety and exposure.

  • Opportunity to work closely with senior leaders across the organisation.

  • Meaningful work within a purpose-driven organisation where your advice has a tangible impact.

  • Flexible working arrangements, including 2 days working from home each week.

  • Part-time applicants (4 days per week) are also encouraged to apply.

  • 12-month contract with a genuine opportunity for extension.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally possess:

  • A minimum of 5 years’ post-admission experience. Candidates with more experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

  • Strong commercial drafting, negotiation and advisory skills.

Contact

To apply online, please apply using the form below.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact John Castello on 0407 112 612 or email john@gatehouselegal.com.au

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Contact

To apply online, please apply using the form below.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact John Castello on 0407 112 612 or email john@gatehouselegal.com.au

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