- Rapid growing international technology company
- Newly created role, 5-10 years’ PQE
- Flexible working and attractive remuneration package and benefits

About our client

Our client is a high-growth technology company which offers cutting edge artificial intelligence products. With a rapidly expanding footprint across North America and APAC, they are adding to their legal team and looking to appoint their first Legal Counsel in Australia.

About the role

This is a rare opportunity to step into the first Legal Counsel role in Australia within a scaling technology business. In this autonomous role, you will be a trusted advisor to the business while supporting commercial outcomes.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements (including SaaS contracts, MSAs, SOWs, NDAs, and partnerships)
- Partnering with commercial teams on deal structuring and negotiations
- Advising on data privacy, cybersecurity, and evolving AI governance frameworks
- Supporting compliance with applicable privacy laws across jurisdictions
- Working cross-functionally with product and engineering teams to embed privacy-by-design
- Assisting with corporate governance and broader legal and compliance initiatives





This is a highly visible role where you will be involved in decision-making at an early stage.

About you

You are a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys working close to the business in a fast paced and unstructured environment. You will bring:

- 5-10 years’ PQE.
- Solid experience from a reputable law firm. Any in-house experience is advantageous.
- A strong background in commercial contracts and negotiating complex agreements.
- Solid grounding in data privacy, cybersecurity, or regulatory frameworks.
- The ability to translate legal complexity into clear, practical advice.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to operate autonomously.

Any experience or a strong interest in technology, SaaS, or emerging areas such as AI governance will be highly regarded.

What this role offers you

- The opportunity to build and shape a legal function in a growing business.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and evolving regulatory landscapes.
- A high-performance, collaborative culture with robust leadership.
- Competitive salary and the potential for equity.
- Genuine impact and visibility across the organisation.
- Ongoing learning, development, and career growth.

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📌 Legal Counsel (New South Wales)
🏢 Mahlab Recruitment
📍 New South Wales