Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

LawCrossing; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in Australia is seeking a Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney in Canberra. The role requires collaboration within a specialist team, advising on compliance with privacy laws, and managing sensitive cases. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in information law. Flexible working arrangements and comprehensive benefits are available.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Comprehensive benefits

Support for diverse backgrounds

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in information law is required.
• Experience in conducting privacy impact assessments is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate within the Privacy & Information Law team.
• Advise government and private sector clients on privacy laws.
• Engage in the collection and handling of personal information.
• Handle complaints and manage OAIC investigations.

Skills

Collaboration with legal teams

Compliance with privacy laws

Conducting privacy assessments

Managing data breaches

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

5+ years of experience in information law

Job description

Data Privacy - Transactional Attorney in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

• Work collaboratively within the Privacy & Information Law team alongside two partners and a group of information law specialists.
• Advise and support both government (Commonwealth, State, and Territory) and private sector clients on compliance with applicable privacy and secrecy laws.
• Engage in the collection and handling of personal information, conduct Privacy Threshold Assessments (PTA), and Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA).
• Handle complaints, manage Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) investigations, and address data breaches.
• Act on behalf of key government and private sector clients in complex and highly sensitive matters.
• Mentor junior lawyers to help foster the development of the team’s future capabilities.

Education and Experience Information:

• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in information law is required.
• Previous experience in conducting privacy impact assessments and addressing data breach issues is preferable.

Salary Information:

• No specific salary information is provided in the text.

Additional Information:

• The law firm is an independent Australian firm with a strong emphasis on relationships with people, clients, and communities.
• The team is recognized in various legal rankings and awards, indicating a high level of expertise and industry acknowledgment.
• The law firm values diversity and encourages people from all backgrounds to join.
• Flexible working arrangements are supported, including part-time, flexible hours, or hybrid work setups.
• Comprehensive benefits are offered, tailored to appeal to diverse preferences.
• Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment background checks, including a criminal history check.