ARB designs, engineers and manufactures premium 4WD accessories that are trusted by adventurers across more than 100 countries.
From our Global Head Office in Kilsyth, we lead a business that employs more than 2,500 people worldwide, with manufacturing operations across Australia and Asia and an expanding international distribution network.
Innovation sits at the heart of everything we do.
Whether we're developing world-first products, expanding into current markets or investing in advanced manufacturing, our Legal Counsel plays a critical role in enabling commercial success
We're looking for a commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to become our stand alone legal advisor, partnering with senior leaders across the global business.
The Opportunity
You'll work alongside executives and operational leaders to provide practical, business-focused legal advice across a broad range of commercial matters.
You'll be involved in major commercial negotiations, intellectual property, governance, property, compliance, disputes and strategic projects that support ARB's continued global growth.As our senior legal advisor, you'll have the autonomy to shape the legal function while becoming a trusted partner to leaders across engineering, manufacturing, sales, finance, procurement and executive management.
If you enjoy variety, want to work closely with decision-makers and like seeing your advice influence commercial outcomes, you'll thrive in this position.
Key Responsibilities
You'll provide legal support across a diverse portfolio, including:Advising the business on commercial, corporate and operational legal matters.Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements.Supporting strategic projects,



acquisitions and commercial initiatives.Protecting ARB's intellectual property portfolio in partnership with our engineering and product development teams.Managing disputes, claims and external legal advisers.Advising on property transactions, leasing, construction and development matters.Supporting company secretarial, governance and international compliance activities.Developing legal policies, contract templates and risk management frameworks.Assisting with ESG, sustainability and regulatory compliance initiatives across the global business.
About You
Experience gained in-house or within a leading commercial law firm.Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.Sound knowledge across general commercial, corporate and regulatory law.The confidence to operate independently while building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with excellent commercial judgement.The ability to balance strategic legal advice with hands-on day-to-day support.Outstanding communication skills and the credibility to influence senior stakeholders.
Why ARB?
This is an opportunity to build a long-term career with one of Australia's most recognised manufacturing success stories
A broad, business-facing legal role with genuine influence.Exposure to international operations and global commercial matters.Working directly with senior executives and key decision-makers.A collaborative, high-performing culture where legal is viewed as a strategic business partner.The opportunity to support innovative products designed and manufactured by one of Australia's most respected engineering brands.A permanent onsite position based at our Global Head Office in Kilsyth.
If you're looking for a role that combines commercial impact, genuine variety and the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of an iconic Australian company, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Senior Legal Counsel (Melbourne)
🏢 ARB Corporation
📍 Melbourne