Legal Counsel

Sydney, NSW Tempe, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

10 days ago

Legal Counsel"You care about making a positive impact in the world. You understand greatness requires thinking differently. An inclusive and accepting work environment is important to you.A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings. Together, we work to make a better everyday life for the many. It's the perfect fit if you want to contribute, grow, and share. Join the team and start a better life for yourself."LocationSydney (Tempe)Employment typeFull Time PermanentDepartmentLegal & GovernanceDeadline2025-09-08Mobility supportDomesticYou already applied for this job.Candidate profile (title) Our team within IKEACandidate profile (text) - Default language At IKEA, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world.We are guided by our cultures & values, creating a great place to work.
We stand for equality, diversity and inclusion.
We care about people & planet and promote health & wellbeing.
We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential.Our legal team ensure local and international laws are harmonised with the best interest of IKEA and our customers. We work together in collaboration with stakeholders to make sure our business adheres to legal and governance requirements. We lead with integrity, diligence and have great dedication to detail to secure legal matters at IKEA. Be a part of our global brand and make an impact by joining us!Key responsibilities (title) What you need to knowKey responsibilities (text) Working at IKEA has many benefits and rewards:

5 weeks' Paid Annual Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Family & Community Leave and much more
24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support
15% Co-worker discount
Low-cost nutritious meals including complimentary drinks in our Co-worker restaurant
Free Co-worker parking
Free benefits membership (savings and discounts on everyday expenses, entertainment, retail and well-being offers across hundreds of retailers and service providers).
Co-worker Loyalty programme (extra contribution to your superannuation fund where eligible)
Bonus programme (where eligible)

Additional information:

This role is Permanent, Full-time, 76hrs/fortnight.
The role is based in IKEA Service Office - HubHus, Tempe NSW, Australia.
The internal job title for this role is Legal Specialist.
This role is open to hybrid working including a minimum of 3 days in the Service Office.
As part of the recruitment process, this role requires a pre-employment check for final candidates which includes employment and academic references and a satisfactory criminal record check.
Applications close Monday 8 September 2025.

Team vision ( title) About this work areaTeam vision (text) You will assist the Country Legal Manager with review, support and secure legal aspects of the businesses and operations of IKEA Australia and IKEA New Zealand:

Cooperate with, integrate in the business with, and build good relations with, stakeholders to secure sustainable solutions
Pro-actively support the management and other stakeholders
Review, draft and negotiate contracts
Secure rights and assess obligations to reduce exposure to legal risks and to optimise business opportunities
Actively cooperate with Group Legal & Governance to secure alignment of global and country specific agenda
Contribute and support the implementation of business plans, development projects and corresponding roadmap
Implement standard processes and ways of working for the legal area within the Ingka Group
develop competence and provide education to relevant stakeholders in the area of laws and regulations
Develop competence and provide education to relevant stakeholders in the area of laws and regulations

Let's connect Who you areLet´s connect To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:

A university degree in law - Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)
A current Australian or New Zealand practising certificate
3 - 6 years PQE with a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house experience (ideally FMCG experience) in Australia and New Zealand
Extensive experience in commercial contracting and ideally a good understanding of consumer law and property law
Sound knowledge and experienced in application of Australian and New Zealand law and regulation
Passion to grow and gain experience in different areas of law
A problem-solving mindset and strong commercial acumen
Ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences, ensuring clarity and accessibility, and comfortable in dealing with ambiguity
Personal qualities that align with IKEA's vision, IKEA values and IKEA ways of working

Our expectations of you
You are expected to:

Provide expert knowledge around legal topics and influence stakeholders to secure the business from a legal and governance perspective
Be equipped with strong stakeholder management and communication skills to influence and advise on different legal topics
Negotiate and take initiative to explore all alternatives when handling legal disputes to reach a desirable outcome for all relevant parties
Explore and implement digital and online tool solutions that build efficiency
Manage time and handle multiple and conflicting deadlines and administration tasks
Work autonomously independently, in a team environment in office and across remote settings
Pay attention to details and maintain high standards when getting tasks done

Local section (title) We need people like you!Local section (text) At IKEA, work is so much more than a job. Come join us!Why you will love usFrom the deep forests in Sweden, we have spread our culture and values around the world. At the heart of our offer are our beautiful home-furnishing products and solutions, made with care for our planet, reaching millions of customers.At the heart of our business, are our wonderful co-workers representing diversity in all dimensions and passionate for life at home. We all contribute with our uniqueness and we want to grow and develop together.Our vision, “to create a better everyday life for the many people” inspires and guides us in everything we do. This is IKEA.What we all have in common

Living our values
Being your unique self, while respecting and including others
A passion for home furnishing
Performing & delivering while learning & developing
Having fun!

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