Senior Data Protection Counsel

13 hours ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Mahlab Full time

This is a high-level legal role in a cutting-edge field, offering an exciting opportunity to work with a global organisation.

About the Organisation

Mahlab is a leading executive search firm specialising in legal professionals. We partner with top law firms, corporations, and government entities to find exceptional lawyers, associates, and partners.

Job Description

The Legal department at Mahlab is a vibrant and diverse business unit that provides comprehensive legal advice and services to senior management and staff. The team coordinates access to external legal services as required and prides itself on its collegiate approach to working across teams and functions.

This role supports organisation-wide projects, services, and research through specialist privacy advice, drafting of agreements, and Privacy Impact Assessments. You will participate in training of in-house business units and help raise awareness of data protection and privacy laws across the organisation.

About You

You are a senior associate level lawyer with data protection and privacy expertise or commercial/administrative law experience looking to specialise further in this fascinating field. You enjoy building effective relationships with clients and senior stakeholders and have a customer-centric approach.

A key aspect of this role is your ability to provide expert guidance on data protection and privacy laws, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Your strong analytical skills and attention to detail will be essential in supporting organisation-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide specialist privacy advice on data protection and privacy laws
  • Draft agreements and Privacy Impact Assessments
  • Participate in training of in-house business units
  • Raise awareness of data protection and privacy laws across the organisation
Benefits

This role offers hybrid working arrangements, on-site parking, and opportunities for professional growth and development. With a focus on innovation and excellence, you will be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional results.

Estimated Salary: AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.


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