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Legal Counsel - 8 Month Fixed Term Contract Add expected salary to your profile for insights You belong at Coles Group where we look ahead, have a plan, and are up for the challenge. We learn and grow by taking career-defining opportunities and this one may just be your next. About the team For a company as big as ours, the regulatory environment is complex and increasingly evolving. Our Compliance team are trusted advisors to the business, building programs and providing advice and support to help our teams comply with these evolving requirements. At Coles, we are passionate about delivering quality products and exceptional service to our customers. As a leader in the retail industry, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and regulatory adherence. About the Role We are seeking a skilled and commercially astute Legal Counsel to support on contract negotiations with our valued merchandise suppliers. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a proven track record of managing a high volume of contract negotiations. Key Responsibilities Engage in contract negotiations with merchandise suppliers, draft, review, and advise on supply agreements. Ensure compliance with the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct, the Competition and Consumer Act and other relevant legislation. Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, obligations, and strategic negotiation positions. Maintain register of agreed contract variation. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD); current Australian practising certificate. Exposure to the grocery, FMCG, or retail sectors. Strong background in contract law and regulatory compliance. Experience in supplier engagement, negotiations, and drafting and amending contractual documents. Ability to demonstrate experience of high volume and fast-moving contractual matter management within strict deadlines. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with the Food and Grocery Code of Conduct. Experience working in a fast-paced, regulated industry. Ability to balance legal risk with commercial outcomes. Why Join Us Be part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to ethical supplier engagement. Work alongside a collaborative legal team and cross-functional business units. Opportunity to shape supplier governance in a changing regulatory landscape. Whats in it for you? Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive worklife balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it. Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, miniColes supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday programme and so much more when you come in. Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your supermarket and liquor online and instore purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings. Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform mythanks. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers. Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, youll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and jobspecific training. Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family. Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offers eligible team members the opportunity to make regular pretax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares. About the recruitment process Were continuing to build a gender-equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. #J-18808-Ljbffr