A technology and infrastructure company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their newly established in-house legal team. The role will involve providing expert legal advice on data privacy laws, developing and implementing data protection strategies, and drafting and negotiating data-sharing agreements. The successful candidate must have an unrestricted Victorian Legal Practicing Certificate, a tertiary legal qualification, and at least 8 years of PQE. They should also have strong knowledge of global data privacy laws, experience in drafting complex agreements, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The position offers diverse opportunities for those with experience in state government law, Data & Privacy, or IT law. The role reports directly to the C-Suite and offers a broad salary range based on experience. The client is undergoing massive technological transformations and has a 5-year project pipeline, providing a dynamic and collaborative legal environment. The successful candidate will have the chance to shape the role around their experience and contribute to the client's data commercialization initiatives while ensuring compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations.