Join a leading organization in a role that will strengthen your legal career.

This is a contract opportunity (minimum 3 months, potentially up to 12 months) with a hybrid working arrangement, based in Brisbane.

We are seeking an experienced privacy lawyer with at least 8 years' post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a large in-house or private practice environment. While a background in telecommunications is advantageous, we welcome candidates with experience in other highly regulated sectors.

Your expertise will cover:

Advising on privacy law and regulatory compliance, particularly the Privacy Act and Australian Privacy Principles
Handling telecommunications-specific privacy obligations, including Part 13 of the Telecommunications Act
Interpreting and applying the Telecommunications (Interception and Access) Act, including data retention and law enforcement access requirements
Supporting regulatory reform and compliance uplift programs, and implementing new legislative requirements
Managing legal, regulatory, and reputational risks tied to privacy and telecommunications
Providing guidance on governance, compliance, and regulatory matters
Engaging with privacy, cyber security, data governance, and consumer protection issues
Addressing sensitive customer matters, such as hardship, vulnerability, and domestic violence
Collaborating across legal, risk, privacy, compliance, regulatory, and operational teams

You will act as a subject matter expert and primary point of contact for privacy-related legal issues, with strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work autonomously in a complex regulatory landscape. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to stay calm under pressure.

Current Australian practising certificate
Right to work in Australia
Must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance

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