Commercial Law | Senior Associate

1 week ago


Adelaide, Australia MinterEllison Full time

About Us

MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history.  We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership, 26 weeks parental leave and an additional week of senior practitioners leave.

To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser www.minterellison.com/-/media//Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/MinterEllison-Employee-Benefits-2024.ashx

Your role

Join our highly regarded team in Adelaide and specialise in intellectual property, technology, privacy and competition law.

You will work and collaborate with Partner Lisa Jarrett and a national team, and have exposure to a wide variety of challenging and stimulating work including:

  • Complex procurement, distribution and technology contracts;
  • Data security and privacy issues including policies and data breach management;
  • Competition and consumer law advice;
  • Intellectual property advice and contracts including an international trademark portfolio; and
  • Major infrastructure and outsourcing projects.

Part time applicants and those looking for flexible working arrangements are encouraged to apply.

More about you

We welcome applications from senior lawyers with:

  • At least 5 years of technical skill in commercial law, ideally with intellectual property, technology and privacy experience;
  • The ability to deliver clear, quality, commercial and pragmatic advice under pressure;
  • A strong client focus and demonstrated ability to form enduring relationships with peers, clients and industry experts;
  • Ability to work in a highly collaborative environment;
  • An interest in and willingness to contribute to business development initiatives including presentations, client training and publications;

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button.  

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact Elisa Armiento, elisa.armiento@minterellison.com



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