At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality legal services and support across commercial, operational, and regulatory matters.
- Company: Join Bunge, a global leader in agribusiness connecting farmers to consumers.
- Benefits: Enjoy training, employee assistance, health insurance, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Be part of a team that values respect, teamwork, and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your legal career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualified in law with up to 5 years’ experience as a Solicitor.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a lawyer to join our in-house legal team, providing high-quality, timely and commercially focused legal services across the business. Based in our Adelaide office, you will work closely with the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel, supporting operations across Australia and New Zealand. This role plays an important part in supporting the business across a broad range of commercial, operational, regulatory and legal matters, contributing to both strategic initiatives and day-to-day operations.
Duties
- Assist in providing commercially oriented legal advice across a variety of business contracts.
- Support in drafting commercial agreements, including leases and licenses.
- Advise on day-to-day legal and operational issues as they arise.
- Assist with managing insurance matters for Australia and New Zealand.
- Support the team in managing litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and debt recovery actions to secure favourable outcomes.
- Coordinate with external legal advisors to support business needs.
- Monitor legislative changes and support legal compliance training.
- Participate in cross-business internal projects, gaining exposure to different areas of the business.
About you
- Tertiary qualified in law.
- Admitted to practice as a Solicitor in South Australia.
- Up to 5 years’ post-admission experience or equivalent capability.
- Experience or exposure to commercial, corporate, property, litigation or regulatory matters.
- Ability to understand and respond to the commercial drivers behind business decisions.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders, regulators and external advisers.
- Motivated, proactive and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Willingness to adapt legal skills across new areas of practice and maintain up-to-date legal knowledge through CPD.
- Familiarity with technology and an interest in how AI and digital tools can support legal service delivery.
- Experience with insurance matters, construction-related contracts or in-house environments will be well regarded.
Benefits
- Training and development which is offered to all employees to enable multi-skilling within the workforce.
- Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support.
- Corporate health insurance funds, financial services, and computer offers.
- Novated leasing.
- Birthday leave.
- Years of service recognition.
- Rigorous safety practices.
- Gender-inclusive paid parental leave.
- A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork.
How to apply
To apply for the position please click on ‘Apply’ at the bottom of the page or for further information please contact HR and Training Business Partner, Maria Valiff on 08 8304 5042. Applications close 11:45pm Sunday 26 July 2026. Please notify your current manager/supervisor of your interest in this position prior to applying. We will be conducting interviews as we receive applications. Please note that we reserve the right to close the advertisement early should a suitable candidate be identified prior to the advertised closing date.
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Bunge is an exceptional employer, offering a long-term career opportunity in a leading agribusiness within a brand-new office in Eastwood, just minutes from the CBD. With a strong focus on employee development, a supportive work culture, and a commitment to safety and teamwork, Bunge provides numerous benefits including training programs, parental leave, and recognition for years of service, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow their careers while making a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector.
