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Legal Counsel

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  • Tempe, New South Wales, Australia
  • Legal & Governance
  • Full time

Job Description

  • Job ID: 326529

  • Date posted: 16/01/2026

    • Our team within IKEA

    At IKEA, our vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We believe that everything we do comes with the responsibility to create a positive impact on people, society and the planet. We are passionate about home furnishing, creating a positive life at home and sharing our tasty responsibly sourced food with the many people across the world.

    We are guided by our cultures & values, creating a great place to work.
    We stand for equality, diversity and inclusion.
    We care about people & planet and promote health & wellbeing.
    We nurture your development and provide career opportunities to unlock your potential.

    Our legal team ensure local and international laws are harmonised with the best interest of IKEA and our customers. We work together in collaboration with stakeholders to make sure our business adheres to legal and governance requirements. We lead with integrity, diligence and have great dedication to detail to secure legal matters at IKEA. Be a part of our global brand and make an impact by joining us!

    What you need to know

    Working at IKEA has many benefits and rewards:
    • 5 weeks’ Paid Annual Leave, Paid Parental Leave, Family & Community Leave and much more
    • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program for health and wellbeing support
    • 15% Co-worker discount
    • Low-cost nutritious meals including complimentary drinks in our Co-worker restaurant
    • Free Co-worker parking
    • Free benefits membership (savings and discounts on everyday expenses, entertainment, retail and well-being offers across hundreds of retailers and service providers).
    • Co-worker Loyalty programme (extra contribution to your superannuation fund where eligible)
    • Bonus programme (where eligible)

    Additional information:
    • This role is Permanent, Full-time, 76hrs/fortnight
    • The role is based in IKEA Service Office – HubHus, Tempe NSW, Australia
    • The internal job title for this role is Legal Specialist.
    • This role is open to hybrid working including a minimum of 3 days in the Service Office
    • As part of the recruitment process, this role requires a pre-employment check for final candidates which includes employment and academic references and a satisfactory criminal record check
    • Applications close Friday 13 February 2026

    About this work area

    You will assist the Country Legal Manager with review, support and secure legal aspects of the businesses and operations of IKEA Australia and IKEA New Zealand:
    • Cooperate with, integrate in the business with, and build good relations with, stakeholders to secure sustainable solutions
    • Pro-actively support the management and other stakeholders
    • Review, draft and negotiate contracts
    • Secure rights and assess obligations to reduce exposure to legal risks and to optimise business opportunities
    • Actively cooperate with Group Legal & Governance to secure alignment of global and country specific agenda
    • Contribute and support the implementation of business plans, development projects and corresponding roadmap
    • Implement standard processes and ways of working for the legal area within the Ingka Group
    • Develop competence and provide education to relevant stakeholders in the area of laws and regulations



    To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
    • A university degree in law - Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD)
    • A current Australian or New Zealand practising certificate
    • 3 – 6 years PQE with a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house experience (ideally FMCG experience) in Australia and New Zealand
    • Extensive experience in commercial contracting and ideally a good understanding of consumer law and property law
    • Sound knowledge and experienced in application of Australian and New Zealand law and regulation
    • Passion to grow and gain experience in different areas of law
    • A problem-solving mindset and strong commercial acumen
    • Ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences, ensuring clarity and accessibility, and comfortable in dealing with ambiguity
    • Personal qualities that align with IKEA’s vision, IKEA values and IKEA ways of working

    Our expectations of you
    You are expected to:
    • Provide expert knowledge around legal topics and influence stakeholders to secure the business from a legal and governance perspective
    • Be equipped with strong stakeholder management and communication skills to influence and advise on different legal topics
    • Negotiate and take initiative to explore all alternatives when handling legal disputes to reach a desirable outcome for all relevant parties
    • Explore and implement digital and online tool solutions that build efficiency
    • Manage time and handle multiple and conflicting deadlines and administration tasks
    • Work autonomously independently, in a team environment in office and across remote settings
    • Pay attention to details and maintain high standards when getting tasks done

    We need people like you!

    At IKEA, work is so much more than a job. Come join us!
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