Your Role
Senior Associate or Associate in the TMT practice, based in Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne, specializing in cyber, data and AI law.
Responsibilities
- Advising clients on cyber preparedness and incident response.
- Managing complex data matters (privacy, spam, surveillance) and related transactions.
- Designing and implementing data and AI governance frameworks.
- Conducting regulatory investigations and advising on enforcement action.
- Collaborating with other practice groups to support cross‐functional client needs.
- Delivering executive‐level advice to boards and senior management.
Qualifications
- Experience advising on cyber preparedness and incident response.
- Hands‐on experience with complex data, privacy, spam and surveillance issues.
- Experience in regulatory investigations or enforcement matters.
- Knowledge of AI governance and transactions is desirable.
- Strong technical background and academic credentials.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build client relationships.
- Track record managing multiple, large matters and leading teams.
- Willingness to participate in business development activities.
- Motivation to learn, grow and mentor colleagues.
Development & Career Growth
Allens offers extensive learning and development opportunities, an individualized career plan, and support for international secondments through the Linklaters alliance.
Benefits
- Competitive fixed remuneration with a generous incentive plan.
- Employee referral rewards.
- Access to a wide range of supply discounts.
- Health and travel insurance, gym membership subsidies, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, and an employee assistance program.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements with equipment support.
- Paid parental leave of 26 weeks for permanent staff, no minimum service requirement.
- Opportunities for secondments overseas through the Linklaters alliance.
- Team and individual recognition programs and annual awards.
- Community giving and volunteering programs.
Diversity & Inclusion
Allens welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to providing reasonable adjustments during the application process.
Senior Associate / Associate, TMT (Cyber, Privacy and AI focus) employer: Allens Corporate Services
Allens is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering its employees the chance to lead innovative client events in a hybrid environment. With a strong focus on professional development and collaboration, team members are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to high-impact national programs. Located in Sydney, Allens provides a vibrant workplace that values creativity and client engagement, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
