Job Description
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Provide strategic and operational legal advice on privacy, cyber security, data protection, information governance and technology matters
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Advise on the collection, use, disclosure, storage, sharing, retention and protection of personal, sensitive and health information
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Support responses to cyber incidents, privacy complaints and suspected or confirmed data breaches
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Advise on regulatory notification and reporting obligations arising from cyber and privacy incidents
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Advise on privacy impact assessments and data protection for new systems, technologies, services and models of care
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Support digital transformation initiatives involving artificial intelligence, virtual care, data analytics, cloud platforms and emerging healthcare technologies
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Draft, review and negotiate privacy, data security, confidentiality and cyber-related provisions in commercial and technology contracts
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Partner with procurement, technology and operational teams on IT agreements, software and cloud arrangements, vendor engagements and data-sharing agreements
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Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate requirements into practical guidance
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Develop and review privacy notices, consent materials, policies, procedures, contractual templates and governance documents
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Build relationships with executives, divisional leaders, clinicians, technology teams and external stakeholders
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Collaborate with the National Legal team and contribute specialist knowledge to corporate, commercial, regulatory and risk matters
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Requirements
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Tertiary qualification in law
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Admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in the Supreme Court of New South Wales or Victoria
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Eligibility to hold a Current South Wales or Victorian practising certificate without supervision requirements
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Relevant post-qualification legal experience gained within a major law firm, specialist practice, government agency or in-house legal team
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Demonstrated experience in privacy and data protection, cyber security and data breaches, information governance, technology and digital contracting, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, or regulatory compliance
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Ability to provide timely and practical advice at strategic and operational levels
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Sound judgement balancing legal, regulatory, commercial, clinical and reputational considerations
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Strong drafting and negotiation skills relating to technology, privacy, confidentiality, data-sharing and cyber security provisions
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Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to explain complex legal and technical matters to non-legal audiences
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Strong planning and organisational skills, including prioritising urgent matters and meeting competing deadlines
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Self-directed, flexible and collaborative working style
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Confidence working autonomously while contributing to a connected national team
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Commitment to St Vincent's values and understanding of social and ethical considerations associated with health information and healthcare delivery
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Experience in healthcare, aged care, financial services, government, technology,



telecommunications or another highly regulated sector highly regarded
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Satisfactory identification, right-to-work, reference and nationally coordinated criminal history checks
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Compliance with applicable St Vincent's Health Australia policies and screening requirements
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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in providing strategic and operational legal advice on privacy, cyber security, and data protection, with strong drafting and negotiation skills in technology and data-sharing agreements. Capable of navigating complex regulatory environments and translating legal requirements into practical guidance.
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Highest-signal resume keywords
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Privacy And Data Protection
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Cyber Security
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Regulatory Compliance
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Drafting And Negotiation Skills
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Healthcare Sector Experience
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Hard Skills
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Legal Advice
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Data Protection
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Information Governance
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Privacy Impact Assessments
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Cyber Incident Response
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Digital Contracting
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Artificial Intelligence
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Data Analytics
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Cloud Platforms
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Regulatory Notification
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Soft Skills
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Interpersonal Communication
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Sound Judgement
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Organisational Skills
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Collaboration
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Self-Directed
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Certifications & Qualifications
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Solicitor Admission
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Barrister Admission
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Practising Certificate Eligibility
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Industry Keywords
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Healthcare
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Aged Care
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Financial Services
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Government
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Telecommunications
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Tools & Technologies
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Cloud Platforms
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Data-Sharing Agreements
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Technology Contracts
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Privacy Notices
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Governance Documents
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📌 Cybersecurity, Data And Privacy Lawyer (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales