In-House Legal Counsel - Commercial

Location: Brisbane
Discipline: in-house counsel
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: IHL070125
Published: 15 days ago
  • High-value legal work with no billables or time recording
  • Flexible hybrid work model, including part-time options
  • 5 weeks annual leave, generous development opportunities & more!
A well-established organisation is seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to join its Brisbane-based team. Ideal for lawyers seeking work-life balance, flexibility, and impactful legal work, this permanent role supports diverse commercial and IT matters in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial and IT contracts
  • Advising on legal compliance, regulatory matters, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Managing governance activities, shareholder reporting, and external legal providers
  • Streamlining operations through updated templates, agreements, and policies
To succeed in this role, you will have:
  • A minimum of 3 years' PAE as a front-end commercial lawyer
  • Expertise in drafting and negotiating contracts
  • Knowledge of IT procurement or regulatory compliance (preferred)
  • A current unrestricted practising certificate (QLD)
  • Strong relationship-building skills and a solutions-focused approach
Benefits:
  • Work-life balance: No billables or timekeeping requirements
  • Flexible working: Hybrid model (two office days with a flexible third day) and options for part-time (3–4 days/week)
  • Generous benefits: 5 weeks of annual leave, employee assistance program, and professional development funding
  • Central location: Office based in Brisbane CBD with modern facilities
APPLY NOW and achieve your in-house goals
At Law Staff, we provide tailored recruitment services in a relaxed, confidential setting. Whether you're ready to apply or just exploring your options, we're here to help.

To apply, please click APPLY and attach the relevant documents. Alternatively, please email your Professional Profile to:
  • Georgina See – georgina@lawstaff.com.au
  • Trudy Reading – Trudy@lawstaff.com.au
If this opportunity isn’t quite right, we’d still love to hear from you. We frequently work on roles not publicly advertised.

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