TMT (Technology Transactions) - Senior Associate - Melbourne

Brief

As we continue our growth journey in Australia and the APAC region, we are looking to speak with high‑quality lawyers in the Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT) space to join our Melbourne office. This is a broad and flexible role offering exposure to a wide range of technology‑driven commercial work, spanning advisory, transactional and strategic matters for sophisticated clients across both regulated and non‑regulated sectors.

The role will involve advising on a variety of commercial technology and IP‑led matters, including complex services agreements, outsourcing and managed services arrangements, cloud and platform agreements, and AI‑related deals. You will also work on IP ownership, licensing and commercialisation matters, supporting clients to commercialise technology, data and other intangible assets, including in collaborative, joint venture and innovation‑driven environments. Alongside this, there will be opportunities to advise on complex business change and transformation projects where regulatory frameworks, operational considerations and risk allocation are key, with particular exposure to sectors such as energy, utilities and other critical infrastructure.

About You

At Pinsent Masons we do things a bit differently, and look for high-performers who are not afraid to try new things and question the status quo. As well as excellent technical skills, we need an individual who is commercially aware, a strong team ethic and with a strong client focused approach. There are also huge opportunities for personal and professional development for applicants who also have an enthusiasm for business development.

You will need to have the following skills and attributes:

• Be a qualified lawyer with five to eight years' experience;

• Strong drafting, negotiation and matter management skills across a range of transactional technology and commercial matters;

• Demonstrated experience delivering complex technology and commercial transactions in regulated sectors, including navigating regulatory overlays, regulatory risk allocation and stakeholder complexity (energy and/or critical infrastructure experience highly regarded);

• Demonstrated ability to mentor and support the development of junior lawyers, including providing practical guidance on matters, sharing technical expertise and contributing to a collaborative team environment;

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to assimilate information quickly and handle multiple priorities under pressure or within tight timeframes;

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients and diverse stakeholder audiences;

• Be commercially aware and enthusiastic about business development;

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced high-performing team, and

• Bring energy and passion to the role! 

About Pinsent Masons

Pinsent Masons is one of the world’s leading law firms, with a rapidly growing presence in Australia built on a reputation for outstanding work for clients and genuine care for its people.

We focus on five key sectors: (1) Advanced Manufacturing & Technology, (2) Energy, (3) Financial Services, (4) Infrastructure and Real Estate, and (5) Retail, Sport and Hospitality. Our practice groups work collaboratively across these sectors.

The result is work for blue-chip clients on the full lifecycle of vital projects and transactions that shape markets across the world.

In Australia, we are rapidly growing with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. We are well connected into our global network, which results in rewarding work and unique career opportunities.

Most importantly, we are a purpose and people led law firm. 

Our purpose is to make business work better for people. That means constantly questioning how the world works and then being bold with our responses.

Our people are what drive this purpose. We want lawyers who bring their own unique experience to the firm, are constantly curious, and who meaningfully connect with their colleagues and clients. In return, we provide an environment where our lawyers can drive their development, work flexibly and learn fast.

What will we offer you?

• We have a global reach and a local feel. With 30 offices and 2000 lawyers operating across Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa and the Middle East, you'll be exposed to domestic, international and multi-jurisdictional high-profile work, yet be in an office where everyone knows your name.

• We do things a bit differently. Legal services are at the core of our business, however we have diversified into other areas providing complimentary services to clients through offerings like Vario flexible services.

• We like to be flexible. Our firm is professional and allows you to bring our whole self to work. Dress for your day and in your own style and participate in practices that support your wellbeing, mental wellness and work/life balance so that everyone can thrive at work and at home.

• We're lots of fun and very inclusive. You'll also have plenty of opportunities to participate in, and even run, social activities, diversity and inclusion networks, and charitable initiatives. 

Diversity and Inclusion 

At Pinsent Masons we value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a better workplace where all our talent can succeed and feel like they belong. We want to attract, retain and develop people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability/long term condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by local law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

Contact Details

If you're interested in learning more or discussing this opportunity in further detail, please contact Talent Acquisition Manager Ellie Rosenberg [email protected]. 

Please note we only accept CVs that are logged on the Recruitment portal.