Inhouse Legal Counsel - Commercial / Corporate

BDO Australia

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Bachelor of laws degree required
Admitted to practice in australia
Minimum 2 years pqe experience
This role offers a unique opportunity to work autonomously within a friendly legal team while maintaining a broad commercial practice without billable hours

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to work autonomously within a friendly legal team while maintaining a broad commercial practice without billable hours.
  • The successful candidate will provide practical legal advice on client contracts, risk management strategies, and regulatory matters including privacy and employment law.
  • BDO provides extensive benefits including health and wellbeing programs, professional development support, and flexible leave options to support work-life balance.

Matching Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to work autonomously within a friendly legal team while maintaining a broad commercial practice without billable hours.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor of Laws degree required
  • Admitted to practice in Australia
  • Minimum 2 years PQE experience
  • Strong commercial and corporate law background
  • Ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts

Nice-to-have

  • Prior in-house legal experience preferred
  • Experience in employment law or litigation
  • Interest in privacy and regulatory matters
  • Collaborative team environment mindset
  • Innovation and change management skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Laws qualification
  • Admission to practice in an Australian State or Territory
  • Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
  • Commercial acumen and strong work ethic

Work Rights

Must be admitted to practice in an Australian State or Territory

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