Benefits Strategic role working directly with senior leadership Real breadth: contracts, property, governance, and more Opportunity to build the function from scratch Collaborative, high-performance team culture About the company This rapidly scaling national organisation provides critical, regulated services across Australia and New Zealand. With a strong reputation for operational excellence and innovation, they maintain a broad footprint across multiple sectors. About the opportunity This newly created role offers the chance to step into a true business partner position. Working closely with the Executive team, the Legal Counsel will provide commercial legal advice across contracts, leasing, employment, governance, and M&A. It’s a hands-on role with scope to shape the legal function, reduce reliance on external firms, and take ownership without being siloed. Duties Review, draft, and negotiate supplier and customer contracts Provide legal input on leasing and property arrangements Advise on employment matters and risk issues Support governance and compliance frameworks Contribute to Board reporting and due diligence processes Skills and Experience Australian legal practising certificate In-house or private practice legal experience Expertise in contracts and property leasing Able to work independently with senior stakeholders Culture Supportive, inclusive, and outcomes-focused. This organisation value initiative and strong accountability. How to Apply Click apply or contact Hannah Dixon on 0288778735 for a confidential discussion. About Healthcare Professionals Group Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment – Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific Commercial Recruitment – Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment – Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse Clinical Care Recruitment – Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com
