Senior Associate, Technology, Data & IP Transactions

Advise on, draft and negotiate a wide range of technology, data and digital transformation transactions, including core technology transformations, digital infrastructure mandates, software development, licensing and support arrangements, SaaS/cloud projects, hyperscale infrastructure, network, telco and infrastructure roll-outs, systems integration projects and managed services arrangements.

Help our clients capture the benefits of and deploy AI solutions and technologies.

Work on large‑scale outsourcing (BPO and ITO), sourcing and transformation programs, often with cross‑border and multi‑jurisdictional elements.

Undertake IP licensing and commercial transactions, and R&D and other innovation projects.

Draft and negotiate a wide range of complex commercial transactions documents and major sourcing deals.

Support and advise clients on data, privacy, information security, cyber security, IOT and AI, as well as emerging technology matters, including governance and risk management.

Help global mining houses with all aspects of operational mining from global programs to asset specific projects around the world – from strategic sourcing to mine automation. This includes drafting and negotiating high value transactions relating to heavy mining equipment, mine site technology and automation projects, industrial systems and technologies, and supply chain more broadly.

Deliver the transformation of energy grids through the use and deployment of technology (including IT and OT) and help our energy retailer clients respond to the changing market dynamics.

Help our clients in the retail and consumer sectors deploy and adopt IT and OT – from classic technology systems to AI powered solutions and smart new automated warehouse facilities.

Work on the intersection of technology and financial services – for local banks and funds as well as well know global institutions.

Advise on the technology, data, IP and more broadly separation aspects on complex M&A transactions, restructures, separations and carve‑outs.

Broaden your knowledge and expertise by becoming a technology, data and IP transactions lawyer who calls Melbourne home but has a global workplace.

Work directly with partners, of counsel and clients, contributing to the delivery of strategic advice, client relationship development and our thought leadership initiatives within the practice.

Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups. Play a key role in training, developing and mentoring junior lawyers across the team.

Admission to practice as a lawyer in Australia or New Zealand.

Experience as a Senior Associate in a leading private practice firm or in-house legal team.

Demonstrated experience in at-scale technology transactions, technology transformations, digital infrastructure, outsourcing, strategic sourcing, data commercialisation, privacy, the commercialisation of IP, and/or telecommunications transactions.

You will be expert at drafting and negotiating transactions documents in these areas.

Excellent drafting, analytical and negotiation skills, with strong attention to detail.

A collaborative, commercial and pragmatic approach to legal problem‑solving, with the ability to communicate complex advice clearly.

An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies.

A genuine interest in sharing expertise to help develop others and fostering an inclusive culture.

A deep interest in our clients and commitment to always providing an excellent client experience.

We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.

We are a long established and highly regarded, large and “stand-alone” global TMT Data and IP practice. We are market leading in Australia and a critical part of the HSF Kramer technology transactions global practice. We have a client focussed, global mindset. We live in Melbourne but target, work for and lead relationships with clients globally. We truly are a Melbourne based global practice.

We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We want to make you the best technology data and IP transactions lawyer you can be.

We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.

We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.

For more benefits on offer such as our holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here .

Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Apply now with your resume and academic transcript, or contact Carissa Bartels, Recruitment Manager ( carissa.bartels@hsf.com ) for a confidential discussion.