- Perfect opportunity for a Junior Legal Counsel!
- 3-month contract with a high possibility of extension
Clario connects Australian-qualified lawyers with leading in-house legal teams on a flexible basis.
Our team has deep legal industry experience in lawyer engagement, legal operations, technology and customer experience.
Our people have worked with 65% of Australia’s leading corporate and government organisations and are experts at providing seconded lawyers for special projects or helping in-house legal teams manage peaks and troughs in demand.
The Role:
We are looking for a
Junior Legal Counsel to join our client in Melbourne on a 3-month contract (with the potential to extend).
Working with our client, a Victorian-based not-for-profit, you will be supporting the in-house legal team across a broad range of day-to-day commercial legal matters. This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to build their in-house experience in a purpose-driven organisation with a creative and community-focused mission.
This role would suit someone who enjoys variety, is keen to learn, and is comfortable working closely with internal stakeholders to provide practical and commercial support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal support across a broad range of general commercial matters including contract negotiation, marketing and promotions review, procurement, IT and more.
- Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and agreements.
- Assist with advising internal stakeholders on day-to-day legal issues, balancing risk with commercial and operational objectives.
- Support the business with policy, compliance and governance-related matters as required.
- Work closely with internal teams to help identify legal risks and contribute to practical solutions.
- Assist with legal research, document review and other tasks to support the wider legal function.
- Contribute to the smooth running of legal matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
About You:
- A qualified lawyer with 2-4 PQE, ideally with expereince in general commercial law.
- Experience gained in a reputable law firm and/or in-house legal team.
- Strong drafting and communication skills, with the ability to explain issues clearly and practically.
- A genuine interest in working in an in-house environment and supporting a diverse stakeholder group.
- Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- A proactive, collaborative and positive attitude.
- Interest in the arts, culture or not-for-profit sector will be highly regarded.
- You must have full Australian working rights. We cannot offer sponsorship at this time.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career and join a company that values your expertise and dedication, we would love to hear from you. Please hit
“Apply” or reach out to
[email protected].
If you would like to find out more about how working with Clario can help advance and diversify your career, visit our website
www.clario.com.au.
