Procurement Legal Council

This role will be important for providing excellent legal support to the ANZ procurement team. Responsibilities will include drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial agreements and strategic projects. Counsel will protect and help grow the business by ensuring that all procurement contracts and vendor engagements align with legal requirements, industry standards, and the company’s strategic goals in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. Whilst the successful candidate will be expected to work with a reasonable level of autonomy, they will part of the broader Group Procurement legal team and therefore benefit from the support and collaboration with their colleagues based across Experian’s core regions.

Main responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts to ensure compliance with legal standards and company policies.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with procurement activities. Provide legal input into the risk assessment and compliance functions relating to the procurement function.
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with ANZ relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage legal aspects of vendor relationships, including dispute resolution and contract enforcement.
• Serve as a legal advisor to the procurement team, offering guidance on complex legal issues.
• Handle legal disputes and claims related to procurement, working towards amicable resolutions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment on legal matters.
• Ability to work with a reasonable level of autonomy from the Group Head of Vendor Contracting.
• Working with procurement and legal teams to help make changes to and/or update standard terms and conditions.
• Supporting and providing advice on the practical implementation, dispute and termination of contracts
• Ensuring that deals are consistent with the Experian Procurement Policy (and other related policies) and any exceptions are escalated for approval at the appropriate level.
• Deliver relevant training to business units.

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

More about you

• Significant demonstrable experience drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial contracts ideally including data and technology related agreements and in a procurement team / environment.
• Admitted to practice as a legal practitioner in Australia, holding a current practicing certificate.
• 6+ years post admission experience, either in-house or private practice.
• In-depth understanding of procurement regulations, contract law, and compliance standards.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications in procurement or contract management are a plus.
• High level of accuracy in reviewing and drafting legal documents.
• Proven ability to handle complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the procurement team and other departments.
• Flexibility to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits/Perks:

• Novated Leasing & Salary Packaging
• Great compensation package and bonus / commission plan
• Core benefits including Experian shares discount and wellness program
• Flexible working environment, hybrid model
• Flexible time off including volunteer time off, personal leaves and paid holidays
• 17 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, family care leave and up to 5 days study leave

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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