Lawyer/Associate | Privacy and Technology | Canberra at Gadens

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The role

Gadens is seeking a Lawyer/Associate with 2+ years of PQE to join their Technology, IP, Media, and Privacy team in Canberra. This role focuses on advising clients on technology, privacy, information law, and intellectual property matters.

What you'll do

Work closely with partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of advisory matters
Assist clients across the technology, media and digital sectors on matters involving privacy and data protection law, freedom of information, confidentiality and government secrecy regimes, copyright licences, technology transactions, and information security and governance
Conduct legal research
Draft advice
Advise on privacy compliance and regulatory obligations
Draft opinions and transactional documents
Review and negotiate technology and data-related contracts
Assist with client management

What we're looking for

2-4 years' PQE

Interest in working with clients across public and private sectors

At least 2 years' post-admission experience with a focus on or interest in privacy, information law, confidentiality, government data sharing, copyright licences, and artificial intelligence and technology-related advice

Collaborative mindset, initiative and a genuine interest in developing your legal career

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders

Ability to manage competing priorities and work proactively within a team environment

Clear, professional and effective written and verbal communication skills

Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements, including flexible working hours and equipment to support working from home

Market-competitive fixed remuneration

Generous incentive program recognising both billable performance and broader contribution

Employee recruitment referral program

Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of annual leave each year

Gifted day of leave in your birthday month (“Gadens Day”)

Regular social events

Employee assistance program

Discounted private health insurance

Annual flu vaccinations

Skin checks

Recognition awards

Access to professional development for all employees

Coaching

Mentoring

Study support for further education

30 weeks paid parental leave for all permanent staff

Superannuation contributions while on parental leave

Access to an external coach through various stages of parental leave

Support and paid leave for surrogacy and IVF treatment

Lawyer/Associate | Privacy and Technology | Canberra

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