FOREVER US

Forever New is Australia's fastest growing fashion clothing and accessories brand. With more than 300 stores and a vast online presence across the globe, we have developed a strong community of fashion-lovers, designers, innovators, experts and creatives who have taken us from Melbourne to the world. We’re a passionate group of individuals with a love for fashion and style- committed to doing whatever it takes to put a smile on her face. We make fashion for the modern woman on the move, and like her, we want to be ready for anything.

THE PERKS WE OFFER YOU

As a valued member of the Forever New family, you'll not only enjoy a wide range of exciting rewards and benefits, but also be part of a team that genuinely appreciates your talent and dedication.

• Hybrid working
• 40% team member discount + friends and family offers
• Daily subsidised coffee and lunch at the café downstairs
• Loyalty and birthday leave
• Recruitment referral incentives
• Wellbeing and environmental initiatives
• Ongoing learning and development programs
• Recognition programs and service awards
• Subsidised car parking
• Vibrant Richmond Head Office
• Exposure to a global business operating across 5 continents

YOUR DREAM OPPORTUNITY

We have an exceptional opportunity for either a Part time or Full time General Counsel to join our Melbourne Head Office as a key member of our Finance, Legal and Risk function. In this influential role, you’ll act as both strategic advisor and legal leader- Partnering with our Executive and Board to ensure Forever New’s global operations are legally sound, ethically governed, and future-ready.

You’ll bring legal expertise and commercial savvy to help drive outcomes across a wide range of areas including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and sustainability. This is a career-defining opportunity for a senior legal leader with a passion for business, fashion and making a meaningful impact.

Get excited to:

• Provide expert legal advice across corporate, commercial, employment, IP, and regulatory matters globally
• Oversee drafting, negotiation and management of key contracts (e.g. suppliers, leases, partnerships)
• Manage litigation and dispute resolution processes with external counsel
• Ensure compliance with international trade, consumer protection and industry-specific regulations
• Act as Company Secretary, supporting Board operations (agendas, minutes, meetings)
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and relevant legislation (e.g. Corporations Act 2001)
• Maintain statutory registers and manage timely corporate filings
• Advise Board and Executive on directors' duties, governance risks, and conflicts of interest
• Develop and lead compliance frameworks to mitigate legal and regulatory risk
• Monitor legislative changes and update policies accordingly
• Deliver training to embed a culture of compliance and ethical conduct across the business
• Advise on legal risks and opportunities relating to business initiatives, new markets, and product launches
• Balance legal risk with commercial decision-making to support business outcomes
• Lead legal support for M&A and corporate transactions, including due diligence and structuring advice

THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU OFFER US

We’re looking for a pragmatic, commercially-minded legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can work cross-functionally to drive impactful, legally sound outcomes.

• Law degree and admission to practice law in Australia
• 10+ years of legal experience, with 5+ in a senior in-house counsel role
• Experience in retail or fashion industry strongly preferred
• Previous Company Secretary experience desirable
• Deep understanding of corporate governance, IP and employment law
• Familiarity with sustainability and ethical sourcing frameworks
• Ability to manage complex legal issues with clear, actionable advice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident stakeholder management, including Board and Executive
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Tech-savvy, with high-level proficiency in Microsoft Office

WHY THIS ROLE IS EXCITING

• Be a trusted advisor to Executive Leadership and the Board
• Shape the legal and compliance foundation of a global fashion brand
• Influence strategic initiatives from product launches to market expansion
• Work in a values-driven, collaborative and inspiring culture
• Make your mark in a company that’s fast, modern and ready for anything

OUR VALUES

Whether you’re advising on risk, negotiating contracts or shaping governance, our values are at the heart of everything we do:

• Think Customer
• Respect for All
• Keep it Simple
• Take Responsibility
• Act with Pace

Join Forever New and be the legal voice behind one of Australia’s most iconic fashion brands.
Apply now – and make it her moment.

LOCATION: Richmond, Victoria, Australia