Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

What you will do

Reporting to the Vice President of Legal & Compliance, this role will act as legal counsel for Volvo Group Australia. No day will be the same with this widely varied and dynamic position. 
This position will support the Vice President of Legal & Compliance to proactively guide and support the business on legal matters, identify and mitigate legal risks, and ensure that business activities comply with relevant laws and regulations, and with Volvo Group Legal & Compliance policies and processes. 

 

Key responsibilities include:
•    Provide legal guidance to key stakeholders, while ensuring compliance with Volvo Group Legal policies, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements (competition, consumer law, privacy, automotive manufacturing, etc.).
•    Support in reviewing and overseeing various contracts, including dealer agreements, supplier contracts, NDAs, settlement deeds, and customer agreements.
•    Manage litigation, regulatory inquiries, and major customer/supplier disputes while coordinating with external legal service providers.
•    Support the franchised dealer agreement process and ensure legal compliance in dealer relationships.
•    Handle insurance matters, including personal injury claims, and implement cost-efficient legal strategies.
•    Provide legal support for M&A activities and new business initiatives.
•    Review marketing materials, sponsorship agreements, promotions, donations, and oversee property leases and acquisitions.
•    Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, manage whistleblower complaints, and assist with health & safety legal matters.
•    Other duties as required.

Who are you?

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years post admission experience and possess:

•    A desire to develop strong relationships with key stakeholders;
•    A proven ability to provide strategic legal guidance while ensuring compliance with Volvo Group Legal policies, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements (competition, consumer law, privacy, automotive manufacturing, etc.).
•    Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating various contracts, including dealer agreements, supplier contracts, NDAs, settlement deeds, and customer agreements, as well as supporting M&A activities and new business initiatives.
•    Strong capability in managing litigation, regulatory inquiries, customer/supplier disputes, and insurance matters (including personal injury claims) while implementing cost-efficient legal strategies.
•    Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior executives, external legal counsel, and cross-functional teams.
•    A proactive approach to problem-solving, balancing legal risk with commercial objectives, and the ability to adapt to evolving business needs as directed by the Vice President of Legal & Compliance.
 

What’s in it for you?

We offer a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:  

•    Work with one of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a reputation that has been earned for over a century 
•    Negotiated salary based off candidate suitability and expertise plus a short-term incentive plan and vehicle/vehicle allowance 
•    A truly values-based organisation, inclusive workplace culture and passionate people shaping the world we live in 
•    Modern, world-class open plan office with fully electric stand-up desks, an onsite café, parental room, end-of-journey facilities and the latest equipment
•    Opportunity to leverage a globally aligned and locally authentic icon. Work with international specialists to deliver locally tailored projects and initiatives
•    Benefits for applicable staff including access to Sonder (Wellbeing & Safety Partner) for employees and family members, education assistance, Service Awards, income protection, access to discounted private health insurance, personal computer loans, option to purchase additional leave, additional superannuation and generous paid parental leave provisions 
•    A strong commitment to safety and your health and wellbeing
•    A commitment to equal opportunity and equal outcome
•    Free onsite parking at our Wacol Head Office with electric vehicle charging stations 
 

Ready for the next move?

Are you excited to bring your skills and disruptive ideas to the table? We can't wait to hear from you. Apply today!

The successful candidate will be required to undergo appropriate background and reference checks.

Volvo Group Australia are proud of our inclusive work environment which promotes a supportive energy and encourages individual growth to create strong teams. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the exceptionally diverse customers we serve and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments to your recruitment process.
Apply Now, job advertising closes 11.59pm, 16th March 2025.
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We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities.