An excellent career opportunity exists for a corporate and commercial lawyer to join our highly skilled and collegiate in-house legal, compliance and risk team. You will advise on a variety of commercial contracts, disputes and regulatory issues affecting the day-to-day operations of the company and have access to experienced lawyers who are keen to mentor you and develop your knowledge of the business.
You will be exposed to various aspects of the company's operations, with a primary focus on contract drafting and negotiation. This role is based at our facilities in Wacol, Brisbane. Penske is willing to consider applicants for either a full time or part time basis.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
* Review, assess and provide advice to sales, operations and department managers regarding legal risks associated with contracts, tenders and pre-contractual documentation.
* Educate and train business operators on the application of regulatory requirements and best practice methodologies in managing legal and compliance risks.
* Identify legal and compliance risks in day-to-day business to develop and implement suitable risk mitigation strategies.
* Provide legal advice on disputes and litigation matters.
* Provide general legal support to the business.
Minimum Requirements
To be successful in this role, it is essential that you have a Bachelor of Laws Degree and hold a valid practising certificate issued within a State or Territory of Australia. You will possess at least 5 years post admission experience as a solicitor, gained with a reputable law firm or in-house team.
You will have a proven ability to work collaboratively in a team, have a strong commitment to customer service, excellent attention to detail, and clear and concise communication skills.
Skills and Attributes
* Australian Citizenship, and the ability to obtain defence level security clearance (if required)
* Demonstrated experience in contract drafting, contract reviews, contract negotiations, advising on general legal issues and regulatory requirements.
* Ability to interpret legal issues / advice and contract terms, and communicate them clearly and succinctly to business operators.
* Ability to research complex legal issues involving legislative or case law interpretation.
* Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills. A strong commitment to providing excellent customer service.
* Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously.
Why Choose Team Penske?
At Penske, we know that it is our people at the heart of our success, and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment, we offer the following benefits:
* Competitive Remuneration Package
* Practising certificate renewals fees covered by the company
* Flexible work arrangements that work for the individual and the business
* A genuinely supportive team environment.
* Onsite parking
* Accredited Training & Development Programs
* Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
* Reward and Recognition Programs
* Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees.
* Employee Assistance Program.
* Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave
* Penske Perks: save $1000's with access to discounts from your favourite retailers
With over 1,300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Penske is an iconic brand in both the business and racing worlds and a Fortune 500 company with a global presence. We operate across some of the most dynamic on and off-highway markets in the country, including road transport, energy solutions, mining, rail, defence and commercial marine. Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from mtu, Detroit and Allison Transmission and the distributor of Western Star Trucks, Dennis Eagle and MAN Truck & Bus.
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We value and embrace diversity, equity and inclusion in everything we do!
If you're passionate about working for us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the selection criteria. We also encourage applications from those who are Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander, Veterans, with Disability, and those who are culturally and linguistically diverse.
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