Sydney
3 days ago
Legal Writer – Practical Guidance Cybersecurity, Data Protection & Privacy (part-time)

Are you a data privacy and/or cybersecurity lawyer looking for a change and keen to flex your writing skills? This could be the job for you.

About the Company

This is a great opportunity to work for LexisNexis, a global organisation that provides world-class content and leading-edge technology and software tools, allowing our customers to quickly find the answers they are searching for, and to advance the rule of law.

About the role

The primary purpose of this role is to develop and maintain high quality up-to-date practical legal content. It may also involve working with other external specialist authors to create new materials. It will also provide support to Relationship Managers to help build brand awareness and influence market share across clients and stakeholders. The job will include preparing and maintaining practically-focused content as well as practical resources for our popular Practical Guidance product, which is Australia’s most established and trusted ‘how-to’ of legal practice.

We are looking for a commitment of 3 days per week. Some regular in-office time is preferable, but there is also the opportunity to work from home. With experience as a practicing lawyer in Australia, you will have a strong understanding of the practical processes in a lawyer’s workflow as relates to Criminal law practice.

Requirements

3+ years PQEExperience in an Australian legal practiceAn Australian legal practice background with experience or strong interest in data privacy and/or cybersecurityExcellent communication and plain-English writing skillsAptitude for building and fostering relationships with a range of diverse clients and local and international stakeholdersExcellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Discounted Health plan rate and Optical AssistanceLife assurance and income protectionOption to buy additional Annual Leave daysEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible working arrangementsBenefits for you and your familyAccess to learning and development resources

About the Business

LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.

To learn more about opportunities with LexisNexis or RELX Global, join us here:

https://www.lexisnexis.com.au/en

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Thank you for your interest.

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