In-House Legal Counsel

Are you looking for a unique in-house legal opportunity where you can make a real impact? Swatch Group Australia is seeking a talented In-House Legal Counsel to provide trusted legal advice across our portfolio of world-renowned Swiss watch brands.

As the sole Legal Counsel for Australia, you will play a pivotal role supporting us on a wide range of commercial, corporate, compliance and regulatory matters. Working closely with our senior leaders, you will be a key strategic partner, helping drive business success while protecting and enhancing our brands.

About Swatch Group

Swatch Group is the number one manufacturer of finished watches in the world, with a portfolio of 16 iconic brands spanning every market segment. Beyond watches, we are a global leader in watch movements and components, electronic systems and sports event timing. Headquartered in Biel, Switzerland, we produce nearly all the components necessary to manufacture the watches sold across not only our brands, but the entire Swiss watchmaking industry.

In Australia, Swatch Group proudly represents an exceptional collection of internationally recognised brands, including: Breguet, Blancpain, Glashütte Original, OMEGA, Longines, Rado, Tissot, Mido, Hamilton, Swatch and Flik Flak.

With dual reporting lines across Australia and Switzerland, this is a rare opportunity to combine your legal expertise with a passion for retail in a dynamic global organisation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal support to stakeholders across key business functions, including Retail, Wholesale, E-Commerce, Marketing, Finance, Customer Service, Customer Care, Logistics and ProcurementDraft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including marketing, property, leasing and distributionDevelop and maintain contract templates, frameworks and legal processesEnsure compliance with corporate governance and applicable regulatory requirementsMonitor regulatory changes and support risk mitigation strategiesManage disputes, regulatory enquiries and legal proceedingsDeliver legal training and practical guidance to employees across the organisationManage external law firms as required

Skills & Experience

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) with admission to practice in Australia, preferably in Victoria5+ years’ experience with a commercial focus, previous in-house experience is desirableExperience with reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contractsExperience with retail or FMCG is highly regarded, including regulations affecting retail, wholesale and e-commerce operations, and dealing with regulators and escalationsSound understanding and knowledge of Australian commercial and corporate law

Don’t let a missing skill stop you. Research shows many people only apply when they match every single requirement. If you bring strong drive and most of our core needs, send us your resume. We want to hear from you.

Why join us?

Work for globally recognised brandsExposure to a diverse range of legal and commercial mattersPartner directly with senior executives and business leadersBe part of an international organisation with strong brand heritageAttractive salary package, bonus opportunity and employee benefitsGenerous staff discounts across Swatch Group brands

If you're looking for a role that offers autonomy, variety and the opportunity to work with some of the most respected names in luxury watchmaking, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Location: Level 3, 40 River Boulevard, 3121 Melbourne, Australia (Victoria)

Company Address: The Swatch Group (Australia) PTY. LTD. 40 River Boulevard Level 3 Richmond, Victoria 3121 Australia