General Counsel

ExecThread

Melbourne

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Kogan.com, a leading Australian pure-play online retailer, seeks a General Counsel to oversee legal, regulatory and governance functions. You will advise on contracting, compliance, privacy and regulatory matters, and partner with executives to manage risk while enabling growth.

Applicants must be admitted to practise in Australia with substantial PQE, including in-house experience with a listed company or fast-paced environment; strong knowledge of ACL, privacy, advertising regulation,

Job description

Greater Melbourne, Australia Area (On-site)(Melbourne, Australia)

The Company is seeking a General Counsel to lead its legal, regulatory, and governance functions and serve as the principal legal advisor to the business. Responsibilities include providing practical compliance and regulatory advice, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, and working with external counsel on regulatory matters. The role also oversees company secretarial matters, advises on marketing and promotional materials, supports mergers and acquisitions, and partners with directors and senior leaders to manage risk while enabling commercial progress. Applicants must be admitted to practise law in Australia and have substantial post-qualification experience, including in-house experience in a listed company or a similarly fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of Australian Consumer Law, privacy, advertising regulation, corporate governance, and relevant listing and disclosure obligations is required. Candidates should bring proven contract negotiation skills, experience managing external counsel, and preferably exposure to M&A transactions. The role also calls for clear communication, sound judgment, strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to use emerging technologies to improve legal workflows and processes.

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