Legal Counsel – Australia And New Zealand

Peters Ice Cream (Australia) and Tip Top Ice Cream (New Zealand) are major players in the ice cream industry with iconic brands that Aussies and Kiwis love and trust. 

As part of the Froneri family, we are the second largest ice cream manufacturer in the world, selling a stable of well-known ice cream brands in 25 countries. Froneri brings leadership and global expertise in ice cream, reaching into new ice cream markets, and introducing innovative new consumer products.

We have an exciting opportunity for a part time Legal Counsel to join our Legal team. 

Reporting to the General Counsel (Australia & New Zealand), you will partner with the business as a key legal and strategic advisor. You will be responsible for providing timely legal advice and focusing on legal compliance across our Australian and New Zealand businesses.  

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Reviewing and advising on a range of commercial contracts and issues including customer contracts, sponsorship and licence agreements, promotional terms and conditions and marketing campaigns.
• Providing pragmatic advice on consumer and competition laws.
• Oversight and management of legislative compliance, internal policies, compliance training and some corporate governance matters.
• Advising on general legal issues that arise from day to day in an FMCG business in the areas of privacy, intellectual property, commercial and contract law.
• Be a key partner to the wider businesses. 

This is a fantastic role for a motivated individual who is looking work part time (circa 2 days a week) in a highly engaging and exciting environment.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• 3+ years PQE in commercial, consumer or competition law
• Previous experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Attention to detail with a proactive approach to your work
• True team orientation  – actively contributing and working in a close-knit environment

Our benefits include:

• Hybrid work week including work from home options
• Ample free parking, staff shop and canteen and free product on-site on your office days
• A fantastic team culture 
• Paid parental leave
• Salary packaging options

Visit our websites to find out more: www.peters.com.au and www.tiptop.co.nz

Apply by sending your CV and a cover letter explaining why you'd like to join our team.

Applications Close – 5 April 2024

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We want great people who want to do great things, no matter their background, and we have an inclusive and diverse approach to recruitment.

Unfortunately, we do not always have the time to respond to all applicants. Only candidates who match the required level of skills and experience will be contacted.

Please note, we are not accepting applications from agencies.