Legal Counsel

.**About the Role:** This is an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel who is passionate about the future of technology in law — particularly AI. At LexisNexis, we are at the forefront of legal innovation, and this role would suit someone who has curiosity, exposure or strong interest in generative AI/legal tech and wants to be part of shaping how responsible AI is applied in legal products and commercial environments.You’ll partner closely with stakeholders across the business to advise on day-to-day legal matters, strengthen compliance, support risk management, and contribute to strategic legal activities across Australia and New Zealand. You’ll collaborate with legal teams in APAC, US and Europe and gain unmatched exposure working within a global organisation known for innovation, trusted legal solutions, and a values-led culture.This is a permanent full-time role to be based in either Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Wellington or Auckland for the right candidate with the option of combined home/office-based arrangements for a flexible work-life balance.**Responsibilities:*** Provide timely, accurate and commercially focused legal advice across the Pacific business* Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and documents* Advise on regulatory impacts including data, privacy, tech and AI considerations* Monitor changes in law, policy and regulation and advise on implications for the business* Support stakeholder training + day-to-day legal clinics* Collaborate closely with Senior Legal Counsel, Head of Legal and global colleagues**Requirements:*** Australian or NZ practising certificate* 6+ years PQE (law firm or in-house legal)* Experience in commercial / corporate / litigation / IT / IP law* Passion / interest in AI, legal technology or exposure working with AI tools/projects highly regarded* Strong drafting, negotiating + commercial judgement* Collaborative mindset, strong communication, high integrity**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, Paid Parental leave and Volunteering leave, 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:* Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we – you’ll be a part of a diverse, supportive, team in an organization that invests in its people and its culture.* Discounted Health plan rate and Optical Assistance* Life assurance and income protection* Option to buy additional Annual Leave days* Employee Assistance Program* Flexible working arrangements* Benefits for you and your family* Access to learning and development resources* Retail discounts and cashback offers* Global discounts and free wellbeing & learning classes* Electric Vehicle Novated Leasing**To learn more about opportunities with LexisNexis or RELX Global, join us here:**You’ll work with a global legal team known for high integrity standards, innovation in AI and legal tech, flexible hybrid working and strong internal career development pathways.***Thank you for your interest.*** We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our or please contact .**Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams** **.**Please read our .We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.***USA Job Seekers:***.RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.#J-18808-Ljbffr