Legal Counsel

Job Requisition ID: 41102 

• Own end-to-end matters – with support when you need it
• Help shape how we contract – contribute to processes, negotiation positions and playbooks
• Industry-leading flexible work policies – utilise DeloitteFlex to work in a way that suits you best

We have a full-time permanent opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic junior lawyer to join the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) and support a leading professional services firm.

What will your typical day look like?

Life at Deloitte is high-tempo and impactful – there is no typical day! On any day you may be negotiating key alliance and sponsorship agreements, coming up with pragmatic legal solutions to help stakeholders achieve their goals, or simplifying the go-to-market approach for new products and services.

As part of the OGC, you will be part of an inclusive, supportive and experienced team that services a wide portfolio focused on the new products and services and alliances space. Working closely with senior lawyers, you will assist in navigating and delivering on complex commercial challenges, such as alliances, resellers and third-party vendor arrangements that are directly integral to Deloitte’s business strategy.

We are committed to always learning. You will contribute to precedent and practice management, team development and may assist in various exciting projects (including implementation of AI based legal tools) on which the team is working. We value people who spot issues early, propose options, and drive outcomes. We are looking for a candidate that wants to build trusted relationships, run their own matters, and establish their reputation within the business.

About the team

The Office of General Counsel is an award-winning, innovative, high-performing team of trusted advisors that provide legal advice to Deloitte Australia and Deloitte Asia Pacific. We value intellectual curiosity, commerciality, empathy and an ability to develop creative and pragmatic solutions to complex legal problems.

If you’re looking for a team that is dynamic, collaborative and will constantly challenge your legal thinking – the Office of the General Counsel is the place for you.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you.

You will be an intellectually curious and driven lawyer with a minimum of 2 - 3 years’ PQE in commercial contracting (with experience in technology and third-party solutions a preference). This role is perfect for a self-starter, looking to develop their contracting skills and keen to support a business with bold growth plans.

• A keen interest and understanding and demonstrated experience in drafting and negotiating third party arrangements such as alliances, resellers, sponsorships, events, supply and licensing agreements
• The ability to manage the end-to-end contracting process from initial business advice through to review, drafting and negotiation of non-standard terms
• A strong foundation of core legal concepts in commercial law and the ability to apply those concepts in a professional services context
• Strong analytical skills with a high level of strategic thinking to craft elegant solutions to complex problems and out-of-the-box arrangements
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to handle a high volume of matters across all areas of the firm
• Strong empathy and an ability to build relationships at all levels of the business to support problem solving and informed decision making
• Ability to work both as part of a team as well as independently where required
• Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills to deliver advice pragmatically with the ability to zoom in or out as required
• A positive, energetic and collaborative mindset who will thrive in a highly agile and geographically dispersed team

Why Deloitte?

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.    

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.   

We value in-person connection with our clients and our colleagues. We offer several ways for you to work flexibly so that you can serve your clients, stay connected with your team, and manage your personal priorities. 

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.   

Next Steps

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!

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By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.   

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.