Managing Editor

Managing Editor - Law360 Australia
Location:
Sydney or Melbourne | Onsite | Full-time

Be part of something new – help launch Law360's Australian bureau and lead high-impact legal journalism with a global reach.
About The Team
Law360 — a LexisNexis company — is a global leader in legal journalism, delivering breaking news, analysis and insights that keep legal professionals, business leaders and policymakers ahead of the curve. With over
2.7 million daily readers
across
70+ practice areas and jurisdictions
, Law360's award-winning newsroom covers everything from litigation and corporate deals to regulatory reform and emerging tech.

Now, as part of our continued global expansion, we are building a
new editorial bureau in Australia
— and we're seeking a
Bureau Chief
to lead it.

About The Role
The
Bureau Chief
will be the senior editorial leader responsible for
building and managing a new team of reporters
to cover courts, Parliament, and the legal industry.

This is a rare opportunity to
shape the editorial direction and voice of Law360 in the region
, while working collaboratively with colleagues across the U.S., U.K. and Canada.

You'll set editorial strategy, oversee coverage priorities, ensure journalistic excellence, and represent Law360 at key industry events. From breaking legal developments to producing insightful analysis, your leadership will help position Law360 as the most trusted legal news source in Australia.

This a permanent full-time role based in either Sydney or Melbourne offices (onsite).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of reporters covering courts, Parliament, and the legal sector.
• Develop and execute editorial and strategic plans aligned with Law360's global goals.
• Oversee daily news output, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and depth of reporting.
• Coordinate coverage of major legal and political developments across Australia.
• Represent Law360 in meetings, media, and public events as the local face of the organisation.
• Build strong networks with legal professionals, academics, regulators, and policymakers.
• Drive innovation in storytelling, newsroom operations, and use of technology (including AI tools).

Requirements
We're looking for a
senior journalist or editor
with proven leadership and a passion for delivering smart, trusted journalism in the legal and political space.

• Tertiary qualification in journalism, media, law or a related field.
• 7+ years' journalism experience, including at least 2 years in a management or editorial leadership role.
• Experience covering courts, Parliament, or federal government, preferably within Australia.
• Deep understanding of the Australian legal system and political landscape.
• Exceptional editorial judgment, writing, and editing skills.
• Strong people leadership – ability to build, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a dynamic news environment.
• Strategic thinking and comfort working in a global, fast-paced newsroom.

Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous Wellbeing initiatives, Paid Parental Leave, Volunteering Leave, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working for you
Benefits
We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Opportunity to lead the launch of a new editorial bureau in Australia.
• Global newsroom collaboration with award-winning journalists.
• Optical Assistance
• Life assurance and income protection
• Option to buy additional Annual Leave days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Flexible working arrangements
• Benefits for you and your family
• Access to learning and development resources
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Global discounts and free wellbeing & learning classes
• Electric Vehicle Novated Leasing

About The Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.

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Join Us and Shape the Future of Legal Journalism
If you're ready to lead Law360's Australian newsroom and drive impactful journalism for the legal community, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now
and be part of a new chapter in Law360's global story.