Privacy & Freedom of Information Advisor / Paralegal

At SBS, we embrace difference, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

We also acknowledge the unique contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to our society and our workplace through their enduring and continued connection to land, sea, sky and community.

This role is classified as Level 3 role under SBS Australia's current Enterprise Agreement (with a base salary range of $89,140 - $96,482). The successful applicant will be offered remuneration that is commensurate with their skills and experience and in alignment with this framework.

About Us

SBS is one of the world's most unique and innovative media organisations, producing trusted, meaningful, and engaging content that exists for all Australians to inspire, support and celebrate the diversity of our multicultural society.

Our purpose, for the last 50 years, has reflected and explored the evolving diversity of Australia, investing in initiatives to deepen its connections with communities, sharing their stories and giving a voice to those often unheard, with the aim of increasing understanding and respect of the differences that make up Australia.

SBS is a truly distinctive network, showcasing multicultural, multilingual and First Nations stories otherwise untold in the Australian media.

The Department

The Legal Division is an award-winning, high performing and engaged cross-disciplinary team of lawyers, rights experts, archivists and information governance specialists. Our purpose is to provide proactive, enabling advice and support to manage risk and contribute to SBS to achieving its goals. Wellbeing is also part of our job

The Role

Reporting to a Senior Legal Counsel (who is also the FOI Decision maker and Privacy Officer), the Privacy & Information Advisor will play a critical role in SBS's Privacy and Data Safety strategy, and assisting the work of the Legal team as a whole

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Freedom of Information requests and requirements, including gathering information, drafting responses, and tracking deadlines.
• Managing privacy requests, Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and participating in the Privacy and Data Safety group at SBS.
• Assisting with broader matters which arise in the SBS Legal team – which could include research and assistance with legal matters, preparation of training materials, and other support activities.

As part of the centralised SBS Legal team, the role will contribute to providing first class and enabling legal support and advice to all SBS teams – and will be a central point of contact for Privacy and FOI matters.

About you

We're looking for someone who brings:

• Interest or experience in the areas of Privacy and/or Freedom of Information Requests
• Demonstrated success in managing project timelines and reporting requirements.
• Expertise or confidence in using different systems and software products for records management,
• Enthusiasm, and a willingness to pitch in with the many and varied issues that can crop up in an in house media legal team.

Feel like you meet most, but perhaps not all the criteria listed? Then, send through your detail as whilst we have specific requirements in mind we can look at how we can bridge the gaps

Some of the reasons to consider working with us:

• The people We truly celebrate and welcome difference at SBS and encourage everyone to bring their whole self to work & you'll be part of one of the most inclusive companies in Australia
• The culture and the engagement of our workforce 93% of our employees have stated that they are proud to work for SBS
• We offer a range of benefits from, health care checks, salary packaging, Employee Assistance Programme, flexible work arrangements and discounted gym membership nationally with Fitness Pass.
• We're agile and innovative in the way we work, as well as being a trusted and established brand. At SBS we have been broadcasting for over 50 years and our future is packed with many more exciting developments
• We also love to promote from within We have allocated training funds to do just that and help bridge the gaps when moving from role to role.

Want to learn more? Then hit apply and take the first step to applying not just for another job but a possible whole new career in a purpose led organisation.

For other opportunities within our organisation please visit our careers website SBS Careers - Working at SBS

Reasonable adjustments

SBS recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and put your skills forward for consideration. If we can make some adjustments to the SBS recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, then please contact and let us know.

Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times and more.

To find out more about reasonable adjustments with SBS, please view our video here.

We are shortlisting applications as they come in, so don't delay, apply today

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