Are you looking for a unique in-house legal opportunity where you can make a real impact? Swatch Group Australia is seeking a talented In-House Legal Counsel to provide trusted legal advice across our portfolio of world-renowned Swiss watch brands.
As the sole Legal Counsel for Australia, you will play a pivotal role supporting us on a wide range of commercial, corporate, compliance and regulatory matters. Working closely with our senior leaders, you will be a key strategic partner, helping drive business success while protecting and enhancing our brands.
About Swatch Group
Swatch Group is the number one manufacturer of finished watches in the world, with a portfolio of 16 iconic brands spanning every market segment. Beyond watches, we are a global leader in watch movements and components, electronic systems and sports event timing. Headquartered in Biel, Switzerland, we produce nearly all the components necessary to manufacture the watches sold across not only our brands, but the entire Swiss watchmaking industry.
In Australia, Swatch Group proudly represents an exceptional collection of internationally recognised brands, including:
Breguet, Blancpain, Glashütte Original, OMEGA, Longines, Rado, Tissot, Mido, Hamilton, Swatch
and
Flik Flak.
With dual reporting lines across Australia and Switzerland, this is a rare opportunity to combine your legal expertise with a passion for retail in a agile global organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal support to stakeholders across key business functions, including Retail, Wholesale, E-Commerce, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, Customer Care, Logistics and Procurement
Draft,



review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including marketing, property, leasing and distribution
Develop and maintain contract templates, frameworks and legal processes
Ensure compliance with corporate governance and applicable regulatory requirements
Monitor regulatory changes and support risk mitigation strategies
Manage disputes, regulatory enquiries and legal proceedings
Deliver legal training and practical guidance to employees across the organisationManage external law firms as required
Skills & Experience
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) with admission to practice in Australia, preferably in Victoria
5+ years' experience with a commercial focus, previous in-house experience is desirable
Experience with reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Experience with retail or FMCG is highly regarded, including regulations affecting retail, wholesale and e-commerce operations, and dealing with regulators and escalations
Sound understanding and knowledge of Australian commercial and corporate law
Work for globally recognised brands
Exposure to a diverse range of legal and commercial matters
Partner directly with senior executives and business leaders
Be part of an international organisation with strong brand heritage
Attractive salary package, bonus opportunity and employee advantages
Generous staff discounts across Swatch Group brands
If you're looking for a role that offers autonomy, variety and the prospect to work with some of the most respected names in luxury watchmaking, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 In-House Legal Counsel (Melbourne)
🏢 Swatch Group
📍 Melbourne