Legal and Compliance Officer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive - and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries - and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Tesserent | Cyber Solutions by Thales is a full-service cybersecurity solutions provider. We partner with clients across Australia and New Zealand in the protection of their digital assets and partner with clients to provide a full suite of cybersecurity services.

Partnering with over 1,400 mid-sized to enterprise, government, and critical infrastructure clients, our mission is to be the sovereign cybersecurity provider of choice for the protection of Australia and New Zealand’s digital assets and deliver comprehensive, tailored solutions to prevent, detect and mitigate potential cyber-attacks. We have deep expertise in security advisory (GRC) and consulting, technical assurance and testing, cloud services, 24x7 managed services and monitoring, incident response and forensics and converged/physical security.

We are now currently seeking an experienced & highly motivated Legal and Compliance Officer. If you are a passionate legal and compliance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

**OUR BENEFITS**
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and industry experts.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Professional development opportunities.

**YOUR ROLE**

Working from either our Sydney Office, your role will include:
**Regulatory Compliance**:

- Monitor and interpret evolving cybersecurity regulations, including the Privacy Act, Cyber Security Act, Security of Critical Infrastructure Act, and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework).
- Conduct regular compliance audits and assessments to identify potential risks and non-compliance issues.
- Develop and implement effective compliance programs and policies to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

**Contract Review and Negotiation**:

- Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including supplier agreements, customer contracts, and partner agreements.
- Ensure that contracts align with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
- Provide legal advice on contract terms and conditions, necessary departures, risk mitigation strategies, and dispute resolution.

**Incident Response and Investigations**:

- Assist in incident response activities, including data breach investigations and regulatory notifications.
- Conduct legal and regulatory assessments to determine appropriate response actions.
- Collaborate with internal teams to minimize legal and reputational risks.

**Risk Management**:

- Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks associated with the organization's operations.
- Develop and implement risk management strategies to protect the company's interests.
- Provide guidance on risk mitigation techniques, such as insurance coverage and contractual provisions.

**Stakeholder Management**:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including legal counsel, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
- Effectively communicate complex legal and regulatory issues to non-legal audiences.
- Provide timely and accurate legal advice to business units.

**YOUR EXPERIENCE**

To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

- Law degree and admitted to practice as an Australian lawyer.
- 2 - 4 years of Post-Qualified Experience years of relevant legal experience, preferably in a private practice law firm or a technology company.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

**WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO APPLY**

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