Legal Director (Technology Contracting)

Unique in-house opportunity for a senior technology lawyer

Your new company

Our client is a top performing global company, fostering a flexible work culture with innovative learning and development opportunities. The Australian business is undergoing an exciting transformation to enhance its commercial engagement, setting a new standard for collaboration within the organisation.

Your new role

As the technology contracting expert, you will work strategically and commercially with the internal business to shape new business offerings and provide legal advice relating to contracting with their clients. Your responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Setting up frameworks and templates for the drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements
  • Developing and escalation protocol
  • Assisting with legal analysis and providing clear advice to management on commercial arrangements and legal obligations
  • Working closely with the risk and compliance teams
  • Providing focused and pragmatic solutions to address legal risks and business problems

What you'll need to succeed

  • Admitted to practice as a lawyer in Australia.

  • Ideally, a minimum of 12 years' PAE with experience gained at a reputable mid/top tier law firm or similar large corporation.

  • Experienced in commercial law with very strong technical knowledge and experience in technology law.

  • You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as an ability to build relationships and influence with impact.

  • You have the ability to identify and consider critical issues, assess and articulate legal risks, so the business can make informed, risk-based commercial decisions.


What you'll get in return

  • Newly created senior strategic role with a focus on technology contracting (client)
  • Work for a family-friendly company that offers a flexible work environment and work from home arrangement.
  • Strong leadership
  • A supportive, collaborative team culture with excellent leadership.
  • An attractive salary package.
  • Join a company that is going through a lot of exciting change

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email Laura Keegan on laura.keegan@hays.com.au to set up a confidential phone call.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.


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Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Accountancy Firms
Location
NSW - Sydney CBD
Specialism
Legal
Ref:
2862047

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Laura Keegan, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Sydney
Level 13, Chifley Tower, 2 Chifley Square

Telephone: 0280626176

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