Senior Lawyer: Intellectual Property & Technology

Job Description

What’s in it for you?

• Work on the kinds of matters people actually talk about, high-profile disputes, sensitive content issues and fast moving matters shaping how platforms, publishers and brands respond in real time.
• Enjoy a strong mix of litigation, advisory and regulatory work, from urgent take-down requests through to complex court proceedings.
• Gain exposure to defamation, privacy, reputational issues, consumer claims and fast-moving content disputes.
• Join an AFR BOSS Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025 firm that is known for genuinely putting its people first.
• Access 30 weeks paid parental leave with no tenure requirement, plus super contributions, coaching support and paid leave for surrogacy and IVF treatment

About your new employer:

• A leading independent Australian firm with a strong reputation for handling complex, high-stakes matters.
• A team known for working at the intersection of media, technology, content and regulation on issues that are current, visible and commercially important.
• Recognised for investing in its people, supporting inclusion and creating an environment where lawyers can grow without the usual ego or burnout.
• A firm with quality clients, strong internal support and a culture that feels polished without being stiff.

About the role:

• Work closely with experienced partners across a mix of advisory, disputes and litigation in technology and media matters.
• Advise on complex issues including defamation, privacy, consumer law, regulated advertising, online intermediary liability, jurisdiction, intellectual property infringement and elections-related issues.
• Step into meaningful client contact, contribute to business development and help mentor junior lawyers in the team.

The ideal candidate:

• 6-8+ years’ PQE with a strong disputes background.
• Experience across media, content, technology and/or consumer law.
• Sound judgment and confidence dealing with sensitive, fast-moving issues.
• Commercial, collaborative and comfortable taking ownership of matters.

If this role does not align to your experience and/or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

• We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
• You will receive free CV and content advice as well as interview preparation assistance specific to the role.
• We are intimately aware of market trends, including team and firm-wide insights, and what salary you can achieve in the current market.
• Naiman Clarke are celebrating 25 years of excellence in the legal recruitment industry this year. Our team of experienced, legally trained consultants have over 40 years of combined experience working exclusively in the legal recruitment sector.

Contact Tianna today!
Please quote reference number TW/55895

• Call or text:
• Email: Tward@naimanclarke.com.au
• LinkedIn message: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Tianna Ward

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