Legal Counsel

At MMS we're proud of our history, our heart, and our commitment to making a difference to people's lives. We care because people matter. We collaborate because the greatest achievements are made together, and we continuously create because some of the best innovations have yet to be imagined.Our vision – to be a trusted partner that provides solutions in making complex matters simple – reflects our strong nationwide presence and the many long-term clients we partner with including Federal and State governments and some of the largest public and private sector, health and charitable organisations.

As Legal Counsel in this Maximum Term role you will provide a wide range of legal services, supporting and contributing to the growth and success of McMillan Shakespeare’s operations through the provision of high quality, relevant, commercial and timely legal advice and services that meet business requirements.  In so doing you will assist business units to achieve their corporate objectives in a way that is compliant with relevant legislation, as well as proactively advising the business of its regulatory requirements.

 Key responsibilities for this role cover primary areas of commercial agreements; risk management; litigation and dispute management

• Negotiating and drafting wide range of client, supplier, lessor and JV agreements and the provision of quality commercial advice in the terms of those agreements.
• Reviewing, providing advice and preparing responses to tender/customer requests issued by large corporations and State/Commonwealth Governments.
• Providing legal sign-off on agreements and other documents for reliance by company officers when executing such documents.
• Provide legal sign off on advertising and other printed material for dissemination inside and outside the Group
• Providing pro-active advice on legislative and regulatory
• Assist in managing the intellectual property portfolio for the MMS Group including applications and disputes in relation to trademarks. 
• Assist in managing litigation and brief external lawyers in a cost-effective manner where litigation has been commenced against the Group to obtain the best possible outcome. 

To be considered for this role you will have

• 3 to 4 years experience in a similar role, with the relevant tertiary qualifications. 
• Experience in managing a diverse workload and managing competing priorities.
• Self-sufficient in office administration, particularly in the use of Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Large law firm experience or demonstrated in house experience

What we can offer you:

• Novated leasing benefits and discounts

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and access to our Parents Portal

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities to support your career growth

• Sonder digital wellbeing platform, providing personalised support 24/7, plus annual flu vaccinations

• Default Income Protection Insurance reimbursed for members of the MMS Default Super Fund

• Exempt Employee Share Plan

Embracing our value of Everyone Matters we hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected. 

• We encourage individuals from all backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those caring for someone or living with a disability, LGBTQIA+ and culturally diverse applicants to apply.

• We embrace hybrid working and welcome conversations about flexibility. 

Please note all successful candidates will undergo background checks (including criminal history and ASIC checks) and an NDIS Workers Screening Check if appropriate.  All information provided will be treated confidentially. 

We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.

If you identify as a person living with disability and require adjustments to our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]