Strategic Legal Role | Business Impact | Trusted Advisor
Shape decisions. Enable growth. Protect what matters.
At
Danone
, we do not just create products, we deliver health through food to as many people as possible. With a strong purpose (
One Planet. One Health
), we operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment where legal expertise plays a critical role in enabling sustainable growth.
We are looking for an experienced and commercially minded
Senior Legal Counsel
to join our ANZ team in Sydney.
This is a
high-impact role
where you will act as a trusted legal advisor to the business, influencing decisions across the full product lifecycle.
About the Role
As
Senior Legal Counsel
, you will provide
end-to-end legal
and
compliance
support across a dynamic FMCG business.
You will partner closely with cross-functional teams: Marketing, Sales, Procurement, Regulatory Affairs, and Global Legal, ensuring business initiatives are both
commercially driven and legally sound
.
Operating at the intersection of
law, strategy, and business execution
, you will play a key role in enabling growth and innovation while protecting Danone's reputation.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Legal Advisory
Provide pragmatic, risk-based legal advice
Translate complex legal matters into clear, actionable guidance
Act as a trusted advisor to a variety of stakeholders across ANZ
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements (sales, supply and procurement )
Support sales and distribution models, retailer agreements, and tenders
Enable business growth through proactive legal support
Marketing, Brand & Regulatory Support
Advise on advertising, product claims, promotions, and digital marketing
Support brand protection, IP matters, and competitive positioning




Ensure compliance within a regulated FMCG and healthcare environment
Risk & Compliance Management
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks
Support and oversee implementation of Danone's compliance framework
Advice on anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws, anti-trust, data privacy law, and international trade sanctions
Governance & Emerging Risk Areas
Act as Company Secretary Provide guidance on Environmental, Sustainability and Governance obligations
Proactively identify and advise on emerging risks, including cybersecurity and digital compliance
Leadership & Capability Building
Lead and mentor a Compliance Advisor, who will directly report to you
Build legal and compliance capability across the organisation
Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
Who You Are
You are a
commercially astute and pragmatic legal professional
who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated workplace and enjoys working closely with the business to enable growth while managing risk effectively.
You bring:
Minimum 8+ years Post Admission Experience (PAE)
A qualified lawyer with a
current Australian practising certificate
Currently working as a
Senior Legal Counsel, Associate/Deputy General Counsel
,
Corporate Counsel
or a highly experienced
Legal Counsel ready to step up
Solid experience in
commercial law within FMCG, healthcare, or other regulated industries
Proven experience managing or mentoring junior talent (e.g.



paralegal or junior lawyer)
Strong expertise in at least
three or more of the following areas
:
Intellectual Property (IP)
Data Privacy & Cyber Risk
Competition & Consumer Law
Commercial Contracts
Company Secretarial work
Demonstrated ability to provide
clear, pragmatic, and risk-based legal advice
across complex, cross-functional matters
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to
influence and communicate effectively
with non-legal teams
A proactive, adaptable mindset with the confidence to
operate autonomously across a broad legal remit
Ability to identify and execute opportunities to automate, digitise and create efficiencies in ways of working and process.
Why Join Danone?
At Danone, purpose and performance go hand in hand, we are committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and rewarding experience for our people.
What you can expect:
A high-performing, collaborative culture where you can make a real impact
Flexibility that supports balance, including 3 PM finishes every Friday
A diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive
Personalised learning and development to support your growth
Health, life, and salary continuance insurance promotions
26 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leave
Optional Employee Share Subscription Plan
Performance-related incentives
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are ready to
combine legal expertise with business influence
and play a key role in a purpose-led organisation, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Senior Legal Counsel (Sydney)
🏢 Danone
📍 Sydney