Lawyer / Senior Lawyer, Technology (12 month contract)

12 month contract role (full-time)
Sydney or Melbourne location
Hybrid working model

What’s the role?

We have a great opportunity for an experienced technology lawyer to join a talented, collegiate and high-performing team. You will be directly involved in a broad range of matters, including significant technology and telecommunications procurement and outsourcing arrangements, cyber security, AI, data and privacy. In addition, Westpac is currently undertaking some significant transformation projects and you will have the opportunity to work closely with technology business partners and key stakeholders on a range of strategic initiatives.

Your responsibilities will include:

Reviewing, drafting, and leading negotiations on technology contracts and transactions.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support our legal and risk strategy, including Westpac Group’s compliance with laws and internal policies in a proactive manner.
Briefing stakeholders on legal issues, status of negotiations and identifying matters for escalation.

What’s in it for me?

You’ll play an important and significant part in the future of a business that has been around for over 200 years. Our purpose is to create better futures together. So, we’ll back you in the development of your career, with internal career prospects and flexible working. You’ll also be backed by a collegiate team of people in a can-do, supportive structure.

What do I need?

We are seeking experienced technology lawyers who have the following skills and experience:

8+ years’ PQE including experience gained in a large corporate or private practice environment.
Proven experience reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of complex technology contracts (particularly on the customer side).
Experience with Australian privacy law and data security regulation.
A keen interest in staying updated with relevant legal developments and sharing insights with your team and key stakeholders.
A solutions-focused mindset with excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

Why join us?

We’re obsessed with becoming our customers #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that:

Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates!
Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. 
Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. 
Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives.

Create your future today

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We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community. We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities. We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.

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