Legal Counsel

Company Description

Joining Minor means you become a partner in a diverse, expanding global organisation with limitless opportunities to thrive and achieve. Minor International includes three key business units: Minor Hotels, Minor Food, and Minor Lifestyle. 

Minor Hotels is an international hotel owner, operator and investor, currently with a diverse portfolio of over 560 properties. Through our Anantara, Avani, Elewana, Oaks, NH Hotels, NH Collection, nhow and TIVOLI properties, Minor Hotels operates in 50+ countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the Indian Ocean, Europe and South America.

Minor Hotels AU & NZ is a proud leader in strata titled accommodation management with numerous Hotels, Resorts and Residential Apartment buildings throughout Australia and New Zealand.

Job Description

We are thrilled to offer a unique and exciting opportunity for a skilled and driven lawyer to join the in-house legal team at Minor Hotels. Based in our Brisbane CBD Corporate Office and reporting to the General Counsel, with some supervision from our Senior Counsel, this role provides an exceptional pathway to advance your in-house legal career within a global organisation, headquartered in Queensland.

As part of a collaborative and high-performing legal team of 6, as the 7th member of the team you will play a pivotal role in supporting our rapidly expanding operations. You will be the 4th practicing lawyer in the team and will have the support and mentorship of 3 senior lawyers (with varying levels of seniority), making this role and exceptional opportunity to grow and learn in a supported environment.

Our team embraces the use of technology in everything we do and therefore we’re seeking a tech-savvy, innovative professional who thrives in an environment of continuous improvement.

Preferably you will have some in-house legal experience, but we are also welcome private practice lawyers with a background in the following areas: property, hotel, corporate, commercial, or litigation law. 

We are looking for a lawyer who is ready to make a meaningful impact within a fast-paced and growing hotel company and who is eager to learn and grow their career in an award winning legal team working along side some of Queensland’s best in-house lawyers.    

Key Responsibilities

This role is varied and no day will likely be the same! The team works on various matters including large acquisitions, both large and minor disputes and complaints, managing regulatory investigations, overseeing legal compliance, contract reviews, general legal advice, franchising law, hotel management agreements, management rights advices, HR matters, privacy matters, intellectual property protection and various other advices.

Some of the role’s key responsibilities include:

• Providing general legal advice, recommendations, and support to key internal departments, including the Hotels (65+ properties), Leadership Team, Executive Committee, Finance Team and Commercial Departments.
• Undertaking legal work, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of corporate and commercial contracts, sponsorship agreements, software contracts, and hotel agreements.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating Hotel Management Agreements (HMAs), property leases, and Franchise Agreements.
• Supporting the legal team in managing purchase or sale agreements for new and existing hotels.
• Preparing, renewing, varying and assigning MLR Agreements, Leases, HMAs, and Franchise Agreements.
• Providing advice and recommendations on General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) and privacy legislation.
• Assisting with disputes and litigation from time to time.
• Keeping the General Counsel informed about legal or compliance issues.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will bring the skills, attributes, and qualifications:

• A completed Bachelor’s degree in Law. 
• Admission to practice as a solicitor in Queensland (as a minimum) and possession of a current practicing certificate in Australia (or the ability to obtain one before you commence).
• Between 2 and 7 years of post-admission experience (either in an in-house setting or in a medium to large private law firm). Candidates with experience in property law, hotel law, corporate law, commercial law, or litigation will be considered favourably.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with executives, managers, staff, external lawyers, and regulatory bodies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and an ability to learn and use new technology.
• Exceptional planning and organisational skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• A proactive and eager attitude to grow your career in an in-house legal team.

Additional Information

At Minor Hotels, we value our people as the heart of our success. Joining Minor means, you’ll enjoy a rewarding package designed to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance:

• Career Growth: Learning and development programs to boost your career.
• Exclusive Hotel Deals: 50% off stays at Minor Hotels in Australasia; 20% off for friends and family.
• Global Perks: International accommodation discounts across our hotel brands.
• Retail Rewards: Cashback and discounts at 400+ top retailers in AU/NZ.
• Experiences: Discounted entertainment and activities.
• Banking and Insurance: Exclusive health insurance offers and workplace banking benefits.
• Generous Leave: Parental and birthday leave.
• Wellness Boost: EAP and tailored wellness support.

Our people drive the success of our business; We are a dynamic organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences. We invest in your skills and foster a workplace culture that celebrates innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Currently, we are only accepting applications from candidates who have working rights within Australia or New Zealand.