Location: Canberra
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: PL300126
Published: 44 minutes ago
Join a leading Australian mid-tier law firm's growing Government Law practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for privacy and information law specialists seeking variety, support, and genuine career progression within a national practice.

The Opportunity
This Canberra-based Senior Associate role offers exposure to complex, high-profile privacy and information law matters. You will work on innovative and varied projects, including:
  • Advising Australian Government clients on privacy, secrecy, FOI, data sharing, AI, and information governance
  • Conducting Privacy Threshold Assessments (PTA) and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA)
  • Managing complaints, OAIC investigations, and responding to data breaches
  • Supporting projects that balance technology, privacy, and accountability. 
You will work closely with senior practitioners, including the ACT Managing Partner, and be supported by a well-resourced team. There will also be opportunities to mentor junior lawyers, contribute to strategic projects, and grow your career in a collaborative environment.

You will enjoy: 
  • Competitive market remuneration $$
  • Flexible working arrangements, including family-friendly leave, purchased leave, career breaks, and transitional arrangements
  • Paid parental leave for primary (8–18 weeks) and secondary carers (2 weeks) on top of Government Paid Parental Leave, with a “Keep In Touch” program
  • Study assistance - paid leave and financial support for work-related tertiary education
  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including flu vaccinations, corporate gym rates, team sports, fresh fruit, and healthy catering options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counselling and support
  • Modern, newly renovated Canberra offices with professional and collaborative facilities
  • Social and networking activities, including Friday drinks, team lunches, trivia nights, family days, and firm-organised events
  • Mentoring program for career guidance and independent support
  • Staff discounts for shopping, entertainment, and online services
  • Supportive workplace policies promoting diversity, gender equality, and respect in the workplace, including compulsory annual training.
We’re looking for a motivated Senior Associate who brings:
  • 5+ years’ post-admission experience in privacy and information law
  • Experience conducting privacy threshold and impact assessments or addressing secrecy provisions (preferred) 
  • High-level drafting, communication, and analytical skills
  • Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
  • Collaborative, client-focused approach and strategic awareness of government operations
  • Eligibility for at least baseline security clearance. 
Ready to make your move?
Take control of your career - click "Apply" now or get in touch confidentially with:
  • Georgina See – Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
  • Trudy Reading – Trudy@lawstaff.com.au
Not quite the right fit?
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