We are seeking a Technology Lawyer/Senior Associate to join our market leading IP & Technology Practice in Brisbane This role provides the successful candidate with the opportunity to: Join a market leading, top tier practice in Brisbane Collaborate and contribute to a successful and impactful team Work on large, complex matters for a variety of clients An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated lawyer/Senior Associate to join our IP & Technology practice.
This role is based in our Brisbane office, and will see you working at the forefront of complex technology and outsourcing projects for our Australian and internationally based clients.
You will also be involved in advising on a range of related issues including intellectual property, privacy and artificial intelligence.
Working closely with Partners Simon Newcomb and Cameron Gascoyne as part of a driven, and dynamic team, this role will work across both private and public sectors with a shared vision of shaping Australia's future business, industry and consumer landscape through transformative work and revolutionary thinking.
Simon is also our Head of AI, leading how the firm adopts and uses AI in its own practice.
That means you will work in a team where AI tools are part of how legal work actually gets done, alongside the partner driving that change.
If you are interested in AI and how it is reshaping legal practice, this role offers direct exposure to that transformation.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience in a private practice environment
A robust academic record of achievement
Exceptional technical (especially contract drafting) skills
A capacity for superior written and verbal expression and an aptitude for reshaping and expressing complex concepts in a concise and intelligent way
Creativity,



imagination and the capacity for unconventional problem-solving
Prior experience with technology contracts is not essential, although ideally you will have an interest in technology trends and the legal and regulatory issues arising from emerging technologies.
In addition to this, we are looking for someone who has:
A high level of attention to detail and an ability to draft clear, commercially orientated, and incisive advice
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills for building client relationships
A naturally collegiate mindset and positive attitude, which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative working
Intellectual Property and Technology team
Our high performing Intellectual Property and Technology team is one of Australia's largest and most experienced specialist groups and works at the forefront of rapid regulatory and technological change.
We are one of the few law firms of choice for large complex technology transactions and projects for Australian and internationally based clients.
We work with clients including government agencies, regulators, major corporates, telcos, media networks and personalities, private equity firms, banks (international and local), print and digital publishers, and IT software and equipment suppliers and their users.
Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.




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As Australia's leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers.
They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way.
As part of this innovative team you will be working across major national, government, and global clients.
All the while collaborating with some of the sharpest legal minds in the industry.
Clayton Utz has also been a powerful force in Australian pro bono practice, striving to deliver justice for those who need it and not just those who can afford it.
In your time here you'll be constantly surprised by the projects you get to work on and what you can accomplish.
We're looking for individuals who will thrive under our spirit of independence.
Built around independent thinkers we believe surrounding ourselves with dynamic, ambitious and collaborative individuals is key to creating an environment of success.
In return we're committed to fostering a career path that's unique to each individual.
Imagine what you could achieve at a top law firm that actually values independent thinking.
Are you up for the challenge?
We are committed to an inclusive culture in which all of our people are recognised for their unique contributions and are encouraged and supported to achieve their full potential.
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📌 Technology Lawyer/Senior Associate – Brisbane
🏢 Clayton Utz
📍 Brisbane