CKG Search has been exclusively instructed by a global leader in the healthcare and life sciences sector with a growing Australian and New Zealand operation.
The Prospect
Reporting to the General Counsel, you will advise the business across the full breadth of its legal needs with genuine autonomy, embedding the legal framework and delivering training to staff on relevant legal and commercial topics. This is a hands-on senior role in a lean team, with carriage of business-critical matters and advice that lands directly with decision-makers.
On Offer
Hybrid working arrangements (3:2)
Regional remit with travel across Australia and New Zealand
Real investment in training and development
Scope to grow as the function evolves
The backing of a global business, the pace of a local one
Generous remuneration package with financial incentives and additional benefits
While the role is offered on a full-time, hybrid basis, our client is open to discussing flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments to support your success.
Responsibilities
Advise across commercial, corporate governance, regulatory and compliance matters
Lead negotiation of complex procurement, supply and services agreements
Run business-critical transactions, key projects and complex disputes
Advise on the full employment spectrum, from contracts and policies to investigations, terminations and restraints
Drive WHS governance and framework uplift across both jurisdictions
Support M&A; and post-acquisition integration
Review advertising,



marketing and education materials against laws and industry codes
Design and deliver legal training across the region
Partner with Compliance and HR to embed a strong compliance culture
Requirements
Law degree and an Australian Practising Certificate (or eligibility)
7+ years' PQE gained at a reputable law firm; in-house or secondment experience highly regarded
Deep expertise negotiating contracts and leading complex commercial transactions
Exposure to employment law, M&A;, WHS, advertising or therapeutic goods regulation highly regarded
Healthcare and life sciences experience, in-house or in practice, highly regarded
Commercial acumen, sound independent judgement and a collaborative, mentoring style
If you're unsure whether your experience meets these requirements, but believe you offer relevant, comparable or transferable experience, please reach out to explore your suitability.
This role will suit a commercially sharp senior lawyer who thrives on variety and wants genuine ownership rather than a narrow lane.
If you are ready to take the reins of a trans-Tasman legal portfolio and grow with a business that is still building, this is your moment.
For more information about this opportunity and to discuss your next move, contact
Phillip Hunter | *********** *** | ****** | Reference: ****
Only candidates who meet the core requirements or demonstrate closely aligned, equivalent experience will be contacted.
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