Commercial Counsel – AI, Tech & APAC (Remote)

Relx Plc; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

LexisNexis is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel – Pacific to join a fast‑paced team working at the intersection of law, technology, and AI. You will provide practical legal advice across Australia and New Zealand, negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements with autonomy and close collaboration with business stakeholders.

The role focuses on AI-enabled products, content licensing, SaaS and technology initiatives, with flexible or remote working options across Australia or New Zealand.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE with a practicing certificate in Australia or New Zealand.
• Strong commercial contracting experience, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating.
• Experience in top‑tier law firm or large corporate in‑house team.
• Ability to manage matters independently with sound judgement.
• Experience using generative AI in legal work.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements (B2B, content licences, supplier and technology).
• Negotiate directly with customers, suppliers and counterparties.
• Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice balancing risk and business goals.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand.
• Support AI-enabled products and technology initiatives; develop templates and guidance.

Skills

5+ PQE

Commercial contracting

Independent matter management

Stakeholder management

AI in legal work

Tools

Generative AI tools

Job description

LexisNexis is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel – Pacific to join a fast‑paced team working at the intersection of law, technology, and AI. You will provide practical legal advice across Australia and New Zealand, negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements with autonomy and close collaboration with business stakeholders.

The role focuses on AI-enabled products, content licensing, SaaS and technology initiatives, with flexible or remote working options across Australia or New Zealand.