About the role

As our In-House Legal Counsel, you'll become a trusted adviser across a broad range of commercial, corporate and operational matters. You'll work closely with senior leadership, providing practical legal advice, navigating commercial challenges and helping the business make informed decisions. This role offers the chance to broaden your legal expertise, develop your commercial judgement and take genuine ownership of your work.

Key responsibilities
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, supplier agreements and other business arrangements
Providing practical legal advice on commercial transactions, business operations and strategic initiatives
Supporting corporate governance, regulatory compliance and risk management
Advising on employment-related legal matters and workplace issues
Assisting with disputes, claims and the management of external legal advisers
Identifying potential legal risks and recommending commercially sensible solutions
Working directly with senior stakeholders to support business decisions
Improving legal processes, documentation and internal frameworks

About you




3–5 years' post-admission experience, preferably in commercial or corporate law
A current Australian practising certificate or eligibility to obtain one
Strong commercial contract drafting, review and negotiation skills
Experience in private practice, an in-house legal environment or both
Sound legal judgement and the ability to balance commercial objectives with legal risk
Confidence communicating with stakeholders at different levels of a business
A proactive, resourceful and solutions-focused approach
A genuine desire to broaden your experience and take the next step in your career

Benefits
Flexible working hours, versatile working days and part time arrangements
Career progression with broader responsibility and influence
Work directly with business leaders and gain insight into business decisions
Autonomy and ownership of meaningful legal matters
Diverse legal portfolio rather than specialising in one narrow area
Opportunity to develop skills and commercial expertise as the business evolves

📌 Legal Counsel Melbourne
🏢 Orange Human Resources
📍 Melbourne