We are currently seeking a Lawyer with 2-4 years of post-graduate commercial or corporate experience to join our client, a multinational industrials company, to work on an interim-to-perm basis with their legal team concentrating on commercial contracts drafting and negotiation. Ideal talent will have a keen ability to assess legal risks and commercial drivers with the ability to communicate complex legal issues in a clear, concise and practical manner. This is a potential interim to perm role, with the initial term starting on a contract basis with the intent to convert to a full-time employee of the organization should all parties be satisfied with the arrangement.

Responsibilities:

Provide legal advice focusing on procurement, customer sales, service agreements, and M&A activities.
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including NDAs, agreements, and other legal documents.
Assess and advise on legal risks while supporting the business in their management.
Collaborate with and coach stakeholders on legal matters and compliance procedures.
Qualifications:

Qualified lawyer or solicitor with 1-4 years of post-admission experience.
Experience with commercial contracts and M&A; knowledge of competition and consumer law is a plus.
Ability to advise stakeholders on legal risks and commercial contracts effectively.
Strong judgement, pragmatic approach, and ability to align legal advice with commercial decision-making.
Excellent communication skills for conveying complex legal issues clearly and practically.
Must be located in either the Sydney or Melbourne metropolitan areas.
Why Join Axiom?

World-class clients – our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 and ASX-listed organisations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibility – we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team – we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Referral bonus – once you start working with us, refer your legal peers and enjoy a generous referral bonus as a thank you for expanding the Axiom community!