Smiths Detection
security and detection solutions
LegalCounsel
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“Legal Counsel at Smiths Detection. Skills: commercial and government contracts, contract lifecycle management, compliance matters, legal advice. Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial and government contracts across the region. Manage the full contract lifecycle, including claims, amendments, variations and terminations”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Law degree and admission to practise, Minimum 5+ years’ post-qualification experience, background in drafting and negotiating commercial
Nice to Have
in-house experience is advantageous, government/public sector contracting is highly desirable
What You'll Do.
review and negotiation of commercial and government contracts across the region
Manage the full contract lifecycle
variations and terminations
Serve as a trusted partner to APAC commercial stakeholders
and leading negotiations with customers and partners
Oversee compliance matters for the region
including due diligence for agents and distributors
Act as the primary legal point of contact in the Sydney office
practical business-focused advice
Interface with external counsel and collaborate closely with colleagues across our global Legal function
Support the development and maintenance of contract templates and contribute to global process improvement initiatives
Deliver training and guidance to internal teams to support best-in-class commercial and compliance practices
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Serve as a trusted partner to APAC commercial stakeholders; Interface with external counsel; collaborate closely with colleagues across our global Legal function; Deliver training and guidance to internal teams
Full Job Description
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. Smiths Detection, is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security. Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security. This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day. We are looking for a commercially savvy Legal Counsel to support our operations across the APAC region. This is a unique opportunity to join a global Legal team , while serving as the standalone legal representative in our Singapore office — a true strategic partner to our commercial leaders in the region. If you thrive in a role where you can combine autonomy, influence and hands‑on impact, this position offers the ideal blend. As the Legal Counsel for APAC, you will: * Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial and government contracts across the region. * Manage the full contract lifecycle , including claims, amendments, variations and terminations. * Serve as a trusted partner to APAC commercial stakeholders, advising on tenders, bids and proposals, and leading negotiations with customers and partners. * Oversee compliance matters for the region, including due diligence for agents and distributors. * Act as the primary legal point of contact in the Sydney office, providing real‑time, practical business‑focused advice. * Interface with external counsel and collaborate closel
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