Technology - Senior Counsel at a Leading Energy Company 5 + PQE

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Wolf & Williams Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

Senior Technology Counsel at a Leading Energy Company 5 + PQE

Our client is a key player in Australia's energy transition, partnering with governments on critical infrastructure programs to deliver a net-zero energy system. As coal plants retire, they support the coordination of investment in transmission, generation, storage and firming of energy infrastructure.

Position Description

As a Senior/Legal Counsel within this industry leading Legal Team, you will play a vital role in supporting Australia's energy transition. Collaborating closely with senior lawyers, leadership, and external stakeholders in government and industry, you will deliver high-quality legal advice on complex, high-impact technology projects.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Completing legal due diligence, compliance reviews, and contract finalisation
  • Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing SaaS Agreements
  • Managing Technology Procurement Contracts
  • Ensuring Data Privacy Compliance: Advise on compliance with global data protection laws including drafting privacy policies
  • Negotiate and finalize data processing agreements (DPAs)
  • Providing Legal Advice on Cybersecurity: Collaborate with IT teams to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risks, including advising on incident response plans, data breach notifications, and compliance with cybersecurity frameworks
  • Supporting Technology Licensing: Review and negotiate technology licensing agreements
  • Advising on Intellectual Property Protection
  • Overseeing Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and advise on compliance with technology-specific regulations
  • Conducting Risk Assessments for Technology Projects: Evaluate legal risks in new technology initiatives, such as AI deployments or digital transformation projects
  • Training Staff on Privacy and Data Security: Develop and deliver training programs for employees on data protection, privacy policies, and best practices
  • Liaising with External Counsel

The successful candidate will have:

  • 5-9 years PQE from an established technology team in private practice or in-house
  • Be a team player who can thrive in a dynamic and fast paced team
  • Be comfortable collaborating with broader business units on complex projects

This is a full time role with excellent WFH flexibility. On offer is a competitive salary and bonus, a supportive and inclusive team culture, and significant opportunities to contribute to Australia's energy future while advancing your career.

Contact:

If you are looking to take the next step in your career we would love to hear from you. Please send your application to Morgan Elder at , or call for a confidential discussion.

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