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Legal and Compliance Officer

Nexans

Global manufacturer of power and data cables for energy, infrastructure and telecom sectors.

Legal & compliance advice, contract management, risk and policy oversight.

3 days ago ago

Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)

Full Time

Greater Melbourne Area

Office Full-Time

Company Size

28,500 Employees

Service Specialisms

Engineering

Technical Services

Design

Project Management

Consulting

Turnkey

Construction services

Sector Specialisms

Aerospace & Defense

Armored Industrial Cables

Automation & Industrial Robotics

Automotive Manufacturing Welding Cables

Healthcare

Mining - Infrastructure Cables

Mining - Tunneling Operations

Mining - Underground Mining

Role

Description

contract drafting

legal advice

risk management

compliance

policy governance

procedure enforcement

Assist in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and requests for proposals.
Act as a trusted advisor to support business leaders in identifying potential risks, upholding data protection, and compliance with local laws and Group guidelines.
Provide legal advice to agreed timeframes relating to general corporate, commercial procurement contracts as well as governance and policy issues.
Maintaining and enforcing Nexans Group’s General Management Procedure guidelines, Nexans standards and all regulatory requirements.
Shape risk strategies and maintain a proactive business risk register to safeguard company interests.

Requirements

australian contracts

law degree

contract mgmt

negotiation

analytical

problem solving

In-depth knowledge of Australian contract regulations and laws.
Ability to interpret and discuss complex technical projects in contractual contexts
Tertiary Qualification in Law or a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a paralegal or legal counsel.
Experience in a contract management capacity, preferably in the Building/Civil/Construction activity.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and negotiation skills
Exceptional analytical ability with keen attention to detail

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Reinvented itself as a pure-play cable specialist.
Today it stands as the world’s second-largest cable maker.
Supplies ultra-long HVDC subsea links and outfitting floating solar installations.
Headquartered in Paris, with industrial sites in 41 countries, it blends century-long legacy with global reach.
Its cables help illuminate cities, power offshore wind farms, interconnect countries and electrify transport.
In recent years it streamlined around electrification, selling off non-core divisions to sharpen focus.
Invests in design and digital services—optimizing cable performance and reliability for modern networks.

Culture + Values

Innovation at the heart of everything we do
Commitment to our customers' success
Passion for excellence and performance
Accountability and responsibility
Collaboration and trust
Respect for people, communities, and the environment

Environment + Sustainability

Increased energy efficiency across all operations.

Inclusion & Diversity

Global leadership program aimed at promoting diverse talent.

Articles

Sustainability at Nexans

Born 2001

Year Established

The company was established in 2001.

€8.5B Revenue

2024 Revenue

The company reported €8.5 billion in revenue for 2024.

2nd Largest

Cable Maker Ranking

The company is the world's second-largest cable maker.

41 Countries

Global Presence

The company operates industrial sites in 41 countries worldwide.

120-Year History

Legacy Innovations

The company traces its history back to early innovations in cable technology, including lead-sheathed underground cables used in the 1900 Paris Exposition.

20% Reduction

CO2 Emissions in 2022

Reduced CO2 emissions compared to 2019 levels.

100% Materials

Sourced Responsibly by 2030

Aims to ensure all materials are responsibly sourced and circular.

30% Supply Chain

CO2 Reduction Target

Committed to reducing CO2 emissions in the supply chain.

30% Female Leadership

Target Representation

Aiming for female representation in leadership roles by 2025.

30% Female Workforce

Workforce Composition

Aim for women to make up 30% of the workforce through gender parity in recruitment.

2050 Goal

Net Zero Target

Committed to achieving net zero.