Legal Counsel (Manufacturing)

TL;DR

Legal Counsel (Commercial Law): Providing practical legal advice and managing compliance and risk across global operations with an accent on commercial contracts, disputes, and regulatory frameworks. Focus on translating complex legal issues into actionable business options and optimizing legal operations through technology.

Location: Must be based in Australia (specifically Brisbane)

Company

A global manufacturer and solutions provider for the resources sector with over 100 years of experience.

What you will do

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, licenses, tender documents, and customer-supplier agreements.
• Advise on contractual, regulatory, and compliance matters to develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Support Sales and Operations with contract terms, dealer arrangements, and customer negotiations.
• Manage external legal advisors and coordinate insurance renewals with brokers.
• Improve legal templates, workflows, and systems, including the implementation of AI-assisted review.
• Develop policies, procedures, and training to help the business manage legal obligations.

Requirements

• Australian legal qualification and strong commercial legal experience in private practice and in-house environments.
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating complex B2B commercial contracts, intellectual property, and design obligations.
• Strong understanding of domestic and international commercial legal frameworks.
• Experience advising on compliance, contractual risk, disputes, and investigations.
• Full, unrestricted Australian working rights and residency in Australia.
• Exposure to mining, energy, heavy manufacturing, or industrial services is highly regarded.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work options.
• Competitive Total Reward Packages.
• Paid Parental Leave and education assistance.
• Global and local recognition programs.
• Focus on safety-first environment and learning and development.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.

Hiring process

• Initial screening, which may include a one-way video interview.
• Psychometric assessment.
• Pre-employment medical check, including drug and alcohol testing.