Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Partner & Special Counsel
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: TMT16426
Published: 27 days ago
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a standout opportunity for a senior lawyer to join a nationally recognised Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) practice within a broader Corporate & Commercial team.

You’ll step into a well-established and high-performing practice advising on complex commercial, technology and payments matters across both private sector clients and government agencies.

With a strong national footprint, the team offers direct client exposure, high levels of autonomy, and the opportunity to work on strategically significant, high-impact projects.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Advising on complex commercial contracts and procurement arrangements
  • Working across technology, digital platforms and telecommunications matters
  • Supporting payments-related work, including platform-based solutions and digital frameworks
  • Advising on privacy, data protection and cybersecurity issues
  • Assisting with IP commercialisation and licensing arrangements
  • Contributing to government procurement and regulated digital product matters
  • Managing matters with increasing autonomy and mentoring junior lawyers. 
ABOUT YOU
You are a commercially minded lawyer looking to deepen your expertise in TMT within a high-performing and supportive national practice.

You will bring:
  • 4+ years’ PAE in TMT and commercial matters
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills across commercial agreements
  • Experience advising on transactions and delivering practical client outcomes
  • An interest in sectors such as government, financial services, technology and health
  • A collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor junior lawyers. 
This role will suit someone looking to build a long-term career in TMT, with exposure to complex, evolving areas such as digital platforms, payments and data.

WHY JOIN THIS FIRM?
This firm is recognised for its scale, capability and commitment to genuine merit-based progression, offering:
  • Exposure to complex, high-profile national matters
  • A true meritocracy model with structured 180-day career forecasting
  • Strong mentorship through an excellent solicitor-to-partner ratio
  • Flexible working arrangements (3:2 office/WFH model, team dependent)
  • Competitive remuneration with structured bonus scheme 
  • 26 weeks’ parental leave after 6 months
  • A collaborative, down-to-earth culture with regular social and networking events
  • Modern CBD offices (individual offices for lawyers) in a premium location!
NEXT STEPS
Interviews are offered with complete flexibility - choose from in-person meetings or virtual formats (FaceTime, Skype, Zoom, or phone). Whether individual or multiparty, these conversations are relaxed, informative and tailored to you. After meeting with us, you will receive a detailed profile of the role and firm, allowing you to explore the opportunity at your own pace.
To arrange a confidential discussion, please click APPLY and upload your profile, or contact:
  • Georgina See – georgina@lawstaff.com.au
  • Trudy Reading - trudy@lawstaff.com.au
Even if this particular role isn’t the right match, we would still welcome a conversation. We frequently partner with firms on unadvertised positions across private practice and in-house, and we’re always eager to support talented lawyers in finding their ideal career path.

Law Staff | 260 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted