In-house Legal Counsel

About Us: 

Clario connects Australian-qualified lawyers with leading in-house legal teams on a flexible basis.

Our team has deep legal industry experience in lawyer engagement, legal operations, technology and customer experience.

Our people have worked with 65% of Australia’s leading corporate and government organisations and are experts at providing seconded lawyers for special projects or helping in-house legal teams manage peaks and troughs in demand.

We are the perfect employment model for lawyers who are: 

  • returning to the workforce after a career break
  • transitioning to independent contracting
  • seeking to balance work, with travel or study commitments  
  • making the move from private practice to an in-house legal role.

The Role: We are looking for a talented and motivated Legal Counsel to join our team in Sydney. Working with Clario, you will provide expert legal advice and support Clients across multiple industries and specialisations. You will work closely with various businesses to ensure compliance with laws and regulations, mitigate risks, and contribute to the overall success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide legal advice on a wide broad range of commercial matters, including corporate, commercial, intellectual property, marketing compliance, technology, and data privacy.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
  • Build strong relationships and collaborate with internal stakeholders to assist the Client in achieving their strategic and commercial objectives.
  • Stay updated on relevant legal developments and industry trends.

About You:

  • A qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5PQE.
  • You have previous experience working with a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.
  • Strong knowledge of Australian law and regulations.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • A proactive and positive attitude.

Why Join Us?

We make work fun:

  • We make doing business simple and easy 
  • We are authentic, positive and solutions-oriented
  • We celebrate our successes, no matter how small

We see the world differently: 

  • We are curious, open-minded and outward-looking 
  • We cultivate a learning culture that builds deep expertise
  • We work smarter to drive value and performance 

People matter most:

  • We are client and lawyer-centric 
  • We believe in building long-term relationships 
  • Honesty is at the heart of everything we do

How to Apply: If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career and join a company that values your expertise and dedication, we would love to hear from you! Please hit “Apply” or reach out to [email protected]

If you would like to find out more about how working with Clario can help advance and diversify your career, visit our website.

Job Category: In-House Legal Counsel
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Sydney

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