Categories: Legal, Logistics, Government & Defence, Commercial Contracts

About Toll Group

At Toll, we do more than just logistics - we move the businesses that move the world. Our 16,000 team members can help solve any logistics, transport, or supply chain challenge – big or small. We have been supporting our customers for more than 130 years. Today, we support more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 500 sites in 27 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 150 countries. We are proudly part of Japan Post — www.tollgroup.com

Due to an internal development appointment, we are seeking a Legal Counsel (mid-level) to support our growing Government & Defence (G&D) Division—an opportunity to work at the intersection of commercial law, major contracts and national-significance programs.

About the Role

As a Legal Counsel (mid-level), you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality legal advice and commercial support across the G&D Division. Reporting to the Lead Counsel, you’ll work closely with senior leadership and operational teams to proactively manage legal risk, ensure compliance, and contribute to the Division’s strategic objectives. You will bring strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills and confidence in managing complex negotiations. This role could be based in Brisbane or Perth.

Key Responsibilities

- Review, draft and negotiate bespoke and complex contracts aligned with Toll’s preferred positions.

- Partner with G&D stakeholders to understand operational requirements and provide practical legal solutions.

- Support the strategies and initiatives set by the Lead Counsel to achieve divisional legal objectives.

- Contribute to group-wide legal projects and assist other Toll Group lawyers where required.

- Provide support to the Global Logistics Australia legal team.

- Prepare inputs for the monthly Divisional Legal Report.

- Ensure currency of knowledge in legislation and regulatory changes affecting the business.

About You

- Minimum 3+ years post-qualification experience.

- Australian citizenship or permanent residency.

- Experience leading complex, face-to-face negotiations.

- Current unrestricted Australian practising certificate.

- High levels of professional integrity and ethical standards.

- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

- Advantageous experience: Government & Defence contracting, aviation, or defence procurement.

What moves you?
 

At Toll, you can help play a vital role in delivering what matters. From food, fuel, medicine and rescue services, we keep businesses and communities thriving. Every day brings change. We see that as an opportunity. To be curious. To ask the right questions. And build meaningful connections. Because finding new ways to solve problems is what we do. With a bold vision to expand our global reach, our 16,000+ people bring a passion for progress. We collaborate in friendly, caring teams, supported by approachable leaders who give us the autonomy to quickly make decisions with impact. Learn and grow with industry-leading training, alongside talented experts. Feel empowered to take on diverse challenges and new responsibilities to move you, our customers, and our world further.

Are you excited about this role but are concerned you don’t meet all the requirements? If you have similar skills and are willing to learn then we encourage you to apply anyway. We know that some people hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Toll, we value a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re interested in this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly then please talk to us – you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles we have coming up.

At Toll everyone is welcome including those of all ages, ethnicities, genders and abilities. 

To find out more about us visit www.careers.tollgroup.com

You must be entitled to work in Australia and be prepared to undertake pre-employment checks including a criminal history check and medical.