Job Description
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A globally connected law firm is seeking an experienced Associate / Senior Associate to join its growing Technology, Cyber & Privacy practice in Melbourne.
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This is a standout opportunity for a lawyer who wants a genuine cyber and data privacy focus, including hands-on incident response work, regulatory engagement and complex advisory matters for major insurers and corporates. The role sits within a high-growth practice that regularly advises on significant domestic and international cyber incidents, with strong APAC and global collaboration.
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The Opportunity
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You'll work closely with partners and clients on front-line cyber and data privacy matters, including incident response, data breaches and regulatory notifications, alongside broader privacy compliance and emerging digital regulation work.
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The practice advises leading Australian and multinational clients and plays a central role in coordinating cross-border cyber incidents, working with international teams across multiple jurisdictions. This is not a peripheral cyber role — you'll be involved in real incident response matters from day one, while also contributing to the broader growth of a strategically important practice area.
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What You'll Be Doing
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Responding to cyber incidents and data breaches for insurers and corporates
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Advising on regulatory notification obligations and managing regulator engagement
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Supporting pre-incident preparedness and post-incident response
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Conducting privacy and data compliance audits and providing ongoing compliance advice
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Advising on Australian privacy, data protection, cyber security and related regulatory frameworks
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Working on emerging digital and technology regulation, including online safety, platform regulation and AI risk
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Collaborating with international cyber teams on cross-border incidents
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Managing matters efficiently, supervising junior lawyers and contributing to knowledge-sharing
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Supporting the continued growth of the cyber and privacy practice
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About You
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This role will suit a lawyer who brings:
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Around 3–8 years' PQE (flexible depending on experience)
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Demonstrated experience in cyber incident response and/or data privacy compliance
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Strong knowledge of Australian privacy and data protection laws
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Experience advising under time pressure in incident response scenarios
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Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management skills
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A commercial, solutions-focused approach
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A collaborative mindset and interest in building depth in cyber and privacy law
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Exposure to general commercial or technology matters (helpful but not essential)
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Why Consider This Role?
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A true cyber-focused role within a high-growth practice
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Regular involvement in complex, international cyber incidents
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Exposure to insurers, major corporates and sophisticated regulatory matters
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Strong partner access and explicit career development in a specialist area
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Flexible, inclusive working culture with genuine support for wellbeing
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Confidential enquiries and applications welcome, please email
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JLegal Australia is a Specialist Legal Recruitment & Executive Search Firm. We offer a full suite of career opportunities for Lawyers, Company Secretary & Governance professionals.
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📌 Senior Associate, Tmt (Cyber) (Melbourne)
🏢 JLegal
📍 Melbourne