Rare part-time General Counsel role with a leading organisation in the food sector. Rare permanent part-time General Counsel position Leading food producer with premium brands Flexible senior level role in collaborative workplace About our client Our client is a leading organisation within the food manufacturing and supply sector, known for its premium brands and commitment to quality, operational excellence and strong corporate values. About the role In this rare permanent part-time role (3 days per week), the General Counsel will be responsible for delivering high‑level legal advice and ensuring compliance across all facets of the organisation. An experienced commercial lawyer is sought to act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership during a period of ongoing growth and development. Key responsibilities of the General Counsel will include: Providing general in‑house legal advice to senior management Drafting, reviewing and negotiating strategic commercial contracts. Providing advice in relation to disputes. Maintaining and improving legal templates, frameworks, and documentation across the group Delivering internal training on relevant legal and risk‑management topics. Managing external legal service providers. Advising on policy development, legislative interpretation, and regulatory compliance. This is a part‑time role (3 days per week) offering flexibility, varied work and the opportunity to provide strategic support to the Directors. About you You will be a senior commercial lawyer with at least 10 years post admission experience who is confident working autonomously and advising senior executives. The successful candidate will have: Strong contract law skills. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders. A pragmatic approach with the ability to work with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation. Food manufacturing, agribusiness, consumer goods or related experience would be an advantage. What this role offers you A senior role where you will provide advice across a broad range of legal, commercial, and strategic operational matters. The opportunity to develop and strengthen legal frameworks and risk‑management capabilities. A flexible 3‑day‑per‑week arrangement that supports work–life balance (note, this role will involve occasional travel). A supportive and collaborative workplace culture. Application closing date: Monday 2 March 2026 This role is exclusive to Mahlab. For further information on this position please contact John Egerton: Ref: 1696107 P: 0403 505 602 E: john.egerton@mahlab.com.au Mahlab is Australia’s leading independent legal search firm. We specialise in placing lawyers into corporations and private practice law firms throughout Australia and internationally. For industry and salary advice, or to submit an enquiry, please visit our website www.mahlab.com.au or contact us in Sydney (02) 9241 1199 and Melbourne (03) 9629 2111.
