At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal support, draft contracts, and engage with stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Dicker Data, Australia's leading ICT distributor, values diversity and inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work, gym access, and daily lunch options.
- Other info: Enjoy a modern office culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact in the tech industry.
- Qualifications: LLB or JD with experience in commercial contracts and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Founded in 1978, Dicker Data is Australia’s leading locally owned and operated distributor of ICT hardware, software, cloud and IoT solutions for over 10,000 reseller partners across Australia and NZ. We are recognised in the industry for our award-winning record of gender equality, diversity and inclusion and we pride ourselves on building sustainable business practices. We understand the importance of hiring the right people to build successful teams, and of supporting our people to reach their full potential in every aspect of work and life.
Our Vision
To inspire, educate and enable Australian technology resellers to achieve their full potential through the delivery of unparalleled service, technology and logistics.
Our Values
At Dicker Data, we pride ourselves on our family centric culture. Our people band together for a common goal, willing to lend a helping hand and often going above and beyond to support their colleagues. The values that underpin our company culture are the drivers of our ongoing success:
- Agile
- Solution focused
- Respect for all people
- Integrity in the way we operate
Description
What you will do in the role:
- Legal Advisory & Contracting
Provide practical and commercially focused legal support to the business across a broad range of matters. Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements, including vendor, customer and partner agreements, reseller and distribution agreements, service agreements, NDAs and other commercial contracts. Take carriage of contracts and matters with appropriate guidance from the General Counsel where required. Identify key legal risks and work with stakeholders to develop practical solutions. Support contract renewals, amendments and variations in collaboration with relevant business units. - Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with internal stakeholders across the business, including senior management, to understand commercial objectives and provide clear, practical legal input. Build trusted working relationships across the business. Engage directly with external lawyers, consultants and counterparties as required. - Team Collaboration
Work collaboratively with other members of the Legal team, including Paralegals, to manage workflow and deliver outcomes. Contribute to knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team. - Compliance & Risk
Assist with legal compliance matters as required, including supporting internal policies, procedures and governance frameworks. Support the identification, assessment and management of legal and contractual risk across the business. - General & Ad Hoc
Manage and respond to assigned legal matters and ad hoc requests from time to time. Assist with the management of legal inboxes or workflows, as required. Perform other duties reasonably required to meet the needs of the business.
Skills And Experiences
What you will need to succeed in the role:
- Essential
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) with current practising certificate. Experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (either in private practice or in-house). Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly and practically to non-legal stakeholders. Strong attention to detail and sound judgement. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced commercial environment. A proactive and solutions-focused approach. - Desirable
Exposure to in-house legal work or secondments. Experience in a technology, distribution or commercial B2B environment. Interest in developing negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Our Benefits
A highly competitive salary package depending upon experience. Hybrid and sustainable working environment. Staff only on-site gym & weekly corporate fitness classes. A selection of freshly prepared lunch options provided daily. Free on-site parking and electric parking stations. A relaxed, modern office setting with smart casual dress. Access to discounted banking, superannuation, and health and wellbeing offers via our corporate partners. Company paid parental leave scheme. Employee Assistance Program. On site school holiday program for children of Dicker Data staff.
Only those with the legal right to work in Australia may apply for this position. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Legal Counsel employer: Dicker Data People & Culture
Dicker Data is an exceptional employer that fosters a family-centric culture, prioritising gender equality, diversity, and inclusion. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers a competitive salary package, hybrid working options, and unique benefits such as an on-site gym and corporate fitness classes, making it an ideal place for legal professionals to thrive in a supportive and innovative environment.
Contact Details:
Dicker Data People & Culture Recruitment Team
