Senior Associate, Digital Economy at Lander & Rogers

The role

Lander & Rogers is seeking a Senior Associate for their Digital Economy team in Sydney, Australia. This role is for an experienced lawyer with over 5 years of post-admission experience, focusing on providing expert advice in technology, communications, digital commerce, IP, privacy, data protection, and commercial transactions.

What you'll do

Deliver strategic legal advice and support on outsourcing, managed services, procurement of technology solutions, cloud and as-a-service arrangements, and emerging technologies including artificial intelligence
Advise on the commercialisation and protection of intellectual property and data assets and manage data breach responses and cyber risk
Guide clients through contract tendering, procurement, and negotiation processes, and provide counsel on Australian Consumer Law matters
Engage extensively with clients to ensure their legal and commercial needs are met
Draft, review, and analyse legal documents with precision and attention to detail
Champion innovative approaches to legal service delivery, both internally and externally
Collaborate with senior practitioners and work closely with team members across the practice
Mentor and coach lawyers to support their professional development, including assisting graduates during their rotations
Build and nurture strong client relationships and actively develop your business development skills

What we're looking for

Tertiary qualification in Law

Current Practising Certificate for the relevant jurisdiction

Minimum of 5 years post-admission experience (PAE) in front-end legal work relevant to this position

Advanced legal drafting abilities and attention to detail

Proficiency in effective and timely file management, as well as billing processes

Strong customer service ethos, ensuring clients' needs are prioritised

Proven track record in building and maintaining effective working relationships, including earning the trust of key stakeholders

Outstanding influencing and negotiation skills, complemented by strong verbal and written communication abilities

Proven experience, strong interest, and confidence in identifying and cultivating business opportunities

Highly organised, with proven skills in planning and prioritising work to meet deadlines

Confidence in facilitating presentations and meetings of varying sizes

Willingness to challenge the status quo and provide practical, innovative solutions

Strong awareness of risk, with strict adherence to group risk management protocols

Commercial mindset and pragmatic approach to legal practice

Strong commitment to continuous learning and skill development

Independence in problem-solving and apply sound judgment, with an awareness of when it is appropriate to escalate issues

Advanced critical reasoning and investigative skills, with the ability to think laterally and solve complex issues

Benefits

Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team

Annual wellness day

Up to 5 days of paid leave if you meet the criteria

Annual $250 allowance in return for remote office equipment, fitness, and/or wellness expense

Access corporate discounts on DELL computer products

Senior Associate, Digital Economy

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