Senior Legal Counsel (3-6 month Contract) - Commercial Contracts The Company:

I'm working with a well established organisation looking to engage a commercial lawyer to join its highly regarded in-house legal team on an initial 3-6 month contract. This is a collaborative team that partners closely with the business, providing pragmatic legal advice across a broad range of commercial matters.

The Role:

You'll focus primarily on reviewing, drafting and negotiating client agreements, panel appointments and tender documentation, alongside advising on standard terms and broader commercial matters. There may also be some procurement work, with the prospect to leverage AI tools and develop playbooks to improve contract review processes.

About You:

- Qualified lawyer with 6 years' PQE (minimum)
- Strong commercial contracts experience (in-house and/or private practice)




- Able to work autonomously and manage a busy workload
- Commercial, pragmatic and confident building stakeholder relationships
- Experience with legal technology or AI contract review tools is advantageous

The Offer:

- Initial 3-6 month contract with immediate start
- Excellent in-house team and supportive leadership
- Potential to become permanent for the right mid-level candidate
- Competitive day rate

Location & Flexibility

Melbourne-based (preferred) with a hybrid working arrangement (2-3 days per week in the office based in the CBD).

If you're interested in hearing more, or know someone who could be a great fit, I'd love to have a confidential conversation. Please reach out to [email protected].

📌 Senior Legal Counsel (Melbourne)
🏢 Beacon Legal
📍 Melbourne