Senior Corporate Counsel

About the role

We are seeking a talented Senior Corporate Counsel to join our high‑performing Legal & Risk team. This is a rare opportunity to step into a broad, influential in‑house role supporting a growing, multi‑national organisation

Reporting to the Chief Legal & Risk Officer and Company Secretary, you will be a trusted advisor to the business, providing pragmatic, commercial and timely legal support across.

• Corporate and commercial law
• Franchising and regulatory compliance
• Property and leasing
• M&A, transactions and due diligence
• Contract drafting, negotiation and management
• Governance, ASX and Corporations Act matters
• Disputes, litigation oversight, complaints and whistleblower matters

You will play a key role in enhancing CFL’s legal frameworks, managing legal risk, and ensuring our commercial arrangements and operations align with organisational strategy, this is a hands-on, diverse and intellectually rewarding role with significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives.

Why Join Collins Foods?

You will be working with an ASX-listed company experiencing sustained growth, where you will be involved in broad, diverse, and meaningful legal work. The role offers direct access to leadership and key decision makers within the business, providing valuable insight and influence. You will be supported by a values-driven culture grounded in teamwork, respect, and safety, and will also receive a range of additional benefits. 

• Competitive remuneration package + short-term incentive bonus program
• Access up to 13 paid "Recharge Days" per year. That's a 4-day working week every 4 weeks 
• Ownership Share Plan 
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Early access to long service leave after 7 years tenure
• Autonomy and independence to create your own success
• Commitment to 25% energy reduction by 2026

About You

You will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and bring:

Experience

• 5–8 years PAE, gained in a reputable mid–top tier firm or a high-quality in‑house team
• Strong grounding in corporate and commercial law
• Experience in one or more of: franchising, commercial property, M&A, governance, regulatory, or ASX-listed environments
• Demonstrated ability to draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial agreements
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence across a diverse business

Attributes

• Commercial mindset with strong business acumen
• Clear, concise communication skills that are able to translate legal concepts for non‑lawyers
• Ability to manage competing priorities with sound judgment
• Collaborative approach and willingness to be “hands on” as needed
• Professionalism, integrity and commitment to high ethical standards

Ready to Apply?

If you’re an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment, we’d love to hear from you.

For a copy of the full position description, please reach out to recruitment@collinsfoods.com

Please note, the successful applicant/s will be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests which may include a National Police Check and qualifications checks.

CFL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as such, all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment for which they qualify, including the option of flexible working arrangements where applicable.