Hybrid Global Tech Legal Counsel: Contracts & Data Privacy

Sharp and Carter; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp and Carter is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Melbourne for a permanent hybrid role reporting to the General Counsel. You will shape our client's global legal strategy, manage risks, and ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

You will lead contract negotiations, oversee review and renewal globally, contribute to data protection programs, manage IP/trademark portfolios, and support M&A and other corporate matters across functions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years PQE in corporate/commercial law.
• In-house experience essential.
• Strong contract negotiation & management expertise.
• Global data protection experience required.
• Bachelor's in Law; JD or equivalent preferred.
• Autonomous with strong prioritization in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate across jurisdictions and functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute legal strategies with senior management to support corporate objectives.
• Oversee global contract review, negotiation, and renewal with Regional Leads and GC.
• Support global data protection initiatives and privacy compliance.
• Manage IP/trademark portfolio and liaise with external advisers.
• Participate in Enterprise Risk Committee and assist GC in chairing duties.
• Provide guidance on mergers & acquisitions and other corporate matters across departments.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Data protection

Cross-jurisdiction collaboration

Autonomy

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

JD or equivalent preferred

Job description

Sharp and Carter is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Melbourne for a permanent hybrid role reporting to the General Counsel. You will shape our client's global legal strategy, manage risks, and ensure compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

You will lead contract negotiations, oversee review and renewal globally, contribute to data protection programs, manage IP/trademark portfolios, and support M&A and other corporate matters across functions.