Commercial Counsel – AI & Tech (Pacific) Remote

The Sell Life

Melbourne

Remote

AUD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

LexisNexis is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel – Pacific to provide practical, commercially focused advice across Australia and New Zealand. The role involves negotiating a range of commercial agreements, guiding risk-based decisions and collaborating with stakeholders in a fast-paced technology and AI environment.

You will support product initiatives, content licensing and AI-enabled offerings while maintaining independence and strong commercial judgment.

Qualifications

5+ years’ PQE and admission to practice in Australia or New Zealand with current practising certificate or eligibility to obtain one.
Strong commercial contracting experience including drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements.
Experience in a top-tier, national or international law firm and/or large corporate/in-house legal team.
Ability to manage matters independently with sound judgment when escalation is needed.
Practical experience using generative AI tools in legal work to improve workflows.

Responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements across APAC.
Negotiate directly with customers, suppliers and other counterparties.
Provide clear, practical legal advice balancing risk and business objectives.
Build relationships with senior stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand.
Support key business projects and technology initiatives, including AI-enabled solutions.
Use AI and legal tech to improve efficiency and quality of service.