At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the APAC legal function and provide expert advice on technology law.
- Company: Join a growing, innovative organisation in Sydney's tech scene.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by guiding legal strategies in emerging tech.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in technology law and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 145000 - 150000 $ per year.
Exciting, greenfield opportunity for a senior technology lawyer to join the Sydney office of a growing and innovative organisation to lead their APAC legal function.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert advice and support to various business units in the organisation including procurement, sales, and partnerships.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including SaaS contracts, partnership deals, vendor agreements, employment contracts, confidentiality agreements, and platform integrations.
- Handle multiple deals while offering strong business and legal guidance to other colleagues and teams internationally, maintaining a clear focus on company priorities.
- Offering strategic guidance on emerging technology trends and their legal implications through a commercial lens.
Ideal Candidate
- Minimum 10 years PAE with relevant experience gained from time spent either in a technology/TMT team of a reputable law firm or as in-house counsel at a technology business (ideally both).
- Deep understanding of technology law and experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of SaaS contracts.
- Strong knowledge of Australian data privacy laws and regulations including the Privacy Act.
- Ability to provide strategic and pragmatic legal advice, exercising sound commercial judgement.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV to Olivia Courtney, by emailing oliviacourtney@taylorroot.com.au or calling 0292369015.
Lead Counsel - Technology in Sydney employer: Taylor Root
As a global leader in professional services with a strong focus on sustainability, our company offers an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Employees benefit from a dynamic culture that prioritises professional growth, providing ample opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly expanding APAC region. With a commitment to employee well-being and a diverse workplace, we ensure that our team members are supported in their roles while contributing to meaningful projects that make a positive impact.
