AddressAt Saputo, our best comes from our people. We're a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we've grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter-from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
How you will make contributions that matter
An exciting opportunity currently exists to become a key member of our in-house legal team, responsible for providing legal advice and support to a wide range of Business functions, with a focus on Sales and Marketing, Engineering and Projects, Property, Procurement and Environment departments.
Reporting to the General Manager, Legal and working alongside a Senior Legal Counsel, you will draft, review and negotiate contractual arrangements and provide general advice on topics such as general commercial/contracts law, environment issues, property, competition and consumer law and intellectual property. In addition, you will interpret and advise on relevant legislation impacting Saputo Dairy Australia and its operations.
About you
- Tertiary qualified with a Bachelor of Laws
- Admission to Practice as an Australian Legal Practitioner with a current practising certificate in an Australian State or Territory
- 2-5 years of post qualification experience in a recognised law firm or in-house team
- Highly developed contract drafting and review skills
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to engage and build relationships across a diverse stakeholder group
- An ability to manage files autonomously but also work alongside and support experienced senior lawyers
- Prior experience in Environment, Property or Projects will be highly regarded
We'll support you with
- The opportunity to make contributions that matter, whilst being supported by a multinational, values led company
- Exposure to broad legal matters while supporting market leading consumer brands
- Learning and development opportunities with the ability to grow in your own way
- Ability to participate in our Employee Share Ownership Program
- Flexible working options where operationally achievable
Click on "Apply for this job" to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Georgie on 0421 272 383.
Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
All applicants require full Australian working rights at the time of applying.
We are a 2023 Circle back Initiative employer and commit to responding to every applicant.
As the country's largest dairy processor, we produce, market and distribute a variety of cheeses, butter, milk and cream. Our people bring well-known dairy brands to life, while servicing our farming communities through our AG Warehouse network. We're passionate about providing secure, supportive and flexible working environments, which allow everyone to grow in their own way.
