Legal Counsel

FUJIFILM Australia Pty Ltd is one of the major operating companies of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation. It brings cutting edge solutions to a broad range of global industries, spanning a diversified range of product segments including digital photographic solutions, medical, graphic arts, recording media and industrial products, based on a portfolio of chemical, mechanical, optical, electronic and imaging technologies. 

FUJIFILM aims to address the true needs of its customers, helping to enhance the quality of life of people worldwide.
 

Reporting to the General Counsel, this role demands the legal skills of a commercial lawyer who is able to work largely autonomously within a small legal team and work closely with and support our various business divisions.  
You will offer superior assistance across a wide range of legal and compliance issues, including:

• Draft, review, negotiate, settle and provide advice on a broad range of contracts including customer supply and service contracts, supplier contracts, distributor contracts, licensing contracts, property leases;
• Review and assist in responses to tenders including the review of tender contracts and the preparation of teaming agreements;
• Maintain, update and develop standard contracts;
• Vett advertising and promotional material, prepare trade promotion terms and conditions and review promotion campaign materials; 
• Provide advice on a broad range of issues including Competition & Consumer Act and Australian Consumer Law, Privacy, Corporations Act;
• Ensure relevant staff are informed of new or impending legislation, court and regulatory body decisions and update contracts and policies and procedures accordingly; 
• Advise and assist in the response to disputes;
• Assist in the implementation, maintenance and reinforcement of compliance programs;
• Assist in the establishment and maintenance of legislative, regulatory, contractual and other compliance processes, procedures and records;
• Develop and review policies; 
• Provide legal training on relevant areas of law.

The successful candidate will have:

• LL.B. Current practising certificate;
• Minimum 3 years relevant post admission experience within an in-house legal department or a reputable law firm; 
• Demonstrated ability to interact with staff at all levels including senior management;
• Proven contract drafting and negotiation skills;
• Demonstrated experience with the review of sales/marketing material against consumer protection laws; and
• Have excellent time management and prioritisation skills and a track record of meeting tight deadlines.
• A bright future awaits a highly motivated solicitor who is driven to provide legal advice with a view to achieving optimal commercial results. 

In return, Fujifilm can offer:

• Flexible work practices
• A friendly team environment
• Autonomy in your role

Fujifilm celebrates diversity and we are committed to having a culture as diverse as our company and its products. Difference is valued and celebrated as it is what helps us innovate. We are an equal opportunity employer and treat all employees and potential employees fairly.