LEGAL COUNSEL

ABOUT US

Winc is a company that exists to inspire millions of people in Australia with new and better ways to work and learn. From office, school, facilities and safety essentials, services like print and marketing, to demonstrating what more is possible with our technology and workspace solutions, Winc has a wide product range that can be tailored to our customers’ needs.

ROLE PURPOSE

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a junior lawyer to join our award-winning and highly respected Legal and Corporate group. As Legal Counsel, reporting directly to our General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will provide fast, accurate, and commercially focused legal support and advice to the business, with a particular emphasis on supporting our large sales and procurement teams across Australia and New Zealand.
 

As one of Winc’s corporate lawyers based at our Sydney head office, you will have daily exposure to senior business leaders across Australia and New Zealand and work closely with them as their trusted adviser on key transactions, contracts, and strategic initiatives.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Providing commercially focused legal advice on a range of buy- and sell-side commercial contracts
• Drafting commercial agreements, including sales agreements, procurement agreements, and supply contracts
• Advising on general legal and operational matters, including compliance with Australian Consumer Law
• Liaising with external law firms and legal service providers
• Monitoring legislative changes that may impact the company
• Assisting with legal compliance, training, and reporting

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• You will need to be admitted to practice as a Solicitor in New South Wales with 1 to 2 years post admission commercial experience gained at a leading law firm or corporate legal team
• Impressive commercial legal skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the business are a must
• A strong commercial aptitude and the ability to recognise and quickly respond to the commercial needs of the business and our customers will help you succeed in this role

WORKING WITH WINC

• We believe we’re better and smarter together and our values reflect our commitment to creating a welcoming, diverse and inclusive environment. 
• We all reap the rewards of diversity with gender equity across teams, senior management and internal promotions as just the beginning.  
• We are committed to First Nations empowerment and support and clear on our responsibility to take action to address the imbalance in opportunities. 
• We are focused on working towards a more sustainable future with our Winc Social Agenda - our plan to make a difference across six pillars of social responsibility (Safe Work Practices, Gender Equity, First Nations Empowerment and Support, Climate Change, Responsible Packaging/Management of Waster and Ethical Sourcing).  
• We’re passionate about setting our people up for success and providing the training, tools and environment to enable you to perform your best and develop your career at Winc.  
• We take care of our people through our internal Mental Health First Aider network, free access to our Employee Assistance Program, and generous leave entitlements to support you through the various priorities and stages of life (e.g. Lifestyle Leave, Volunteering Leave, Cultural Awareness Leave, Sorry Business Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Domestic Violence Leave). 
• And finally, there’s plenty of perks! Our much loved quarterly Our Heroes recognition program, team discounts, corporate partner discounts. People say it’s a really collaborative and supportive environment – why don’t you be the judge? 
  
  

To Apply:  Send your resume to the Winc People Team by selecting ‘Apply’ and following the prompts.