Commercial / Corporate Lawyer – Office General Counsel

About the role

KPMG’s Office of General Counsel is seeking a versatile in‑house lawyer to support a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. You will work closely with business units and external counsel, providing legal guidance that enables confident decision‑making across the firm.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate general contracts and commercial agreements.
• Assess new product and service offerings for legal compliance.
• Provide legal advice on tender documents and client service proposals.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counsel to align legal strategy with business objectives.
• Support the management and resolution of potential disputes and litigation matters.

Required profile

• Admitted lawyer with a current practising certificate.
• Proven experience negotiating commercial contracts.
• Background in litigation, disputes or reputation matters.
• Exposure to corporate law matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication abilities.
• Proactive, commercial mindset for problem‑solving.

Required skills

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.
• Generous parental leave, career breaks and wellbeing initiatives.
• Access to learning and development programs.
• Retail discounts, health programmes and salary packaging.