Are you a commercially minded lawyer looking to build your in-house legal career in a fast-growing technology business? Or an early-career legal professional ready to take ownership, partner with stakeholders, and make a real business impact?
We are looking for an Associate Legal Counsel to support our growing organisation by providing practical, commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of matters. Working closely with our General Counsel, you will play a key role in contract negotiations, corporate governance, compliance, dispute resolution, and legal operations while helping the business move forward with confidence.
This is an opportunity to broaden your legal experience, work closely with senior leaders, and develop your career within a dynamic technology and cybersecurity environment.
About UsAt The Missing Link, we don’t just keep up with the pace of technology - we set it. With 28+ years of innovation, a team of 200+ specialists, and the backing of global powerhouse Infosys, we have become one of Australia’s most awarded IT providers.
We help businesses move faster with cutting-edge Cyber Security, IT & Cloud, and AI & Automation solutions. And we are growing - fast. If you want to work where ambition meets opportunity, you have found your place.
What you'll be doing
- Review, draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements including MSAs, SOWs, supplier agreements, contractor agreements and NDAs
- Partner with Sales, Procurement, Delivery and Operations teams to provide practical legal advice and support commercial outcomes
- Support corporate governance, compliance initiatives, policies and business-wide legal matters
- Assist with legal risk management, dispute resolution and engagement with external legal advisers
- Help maintain legal templates, playbooks, processes and knowledge resources to improve efficiency and scalability
- Provide guidance on privacy, data protection, technology procurement and regulatory obligations
- Work closely with the General Counsel on strategic business initiatives and legal projects
Requirements
- Admission to practise law in Australia
- Minimum 2+ years post-qualification experience in commercial, corporate or technology-focused legal practice
- Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Strong ability to balance legal risk with commercial outcomes
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- High integrity, sound judgement and a collaborative working style
Highly desirable:
- Previous in-house legal experience
- Exposure to technology, cybersecurity, managed services, SaaS or reseller environments
- Experience supporting privacy, data protection or compliance initiatives
- Exposure to corporate governance, legal operations or dispute resolution matters
What's in it for you
- Broad exposure across commercial contracting, governance, compliance and strategic legal advisory work
- Opportunity to work directly with and learn from an experienced General Counsel
- Clear career progression pathway within a growing legal function
- Exposure to complex technology, cybersecurity and commercial matters
- Flexible working arrangements, with part-time considered for suitable candidates
- Ability to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing business
If you're looking to build a rewarding in-house legal career while partnering with a high-performing technology business, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
We are serious about culture - and it’s not just lip service. Here’s what you can expect:
- Support to grow - structured onboarding, mentoring, and career development
- Flexibility - hybrid working and the tools to do your best work anywhere
- A respected name - we’ve got the creds, the awards, and the backing of Infosys
- A place where you’re seen - we celebrate wins, recognise effort, and value diverse perspectives
- Events, training, team days - because connection fuels success
- Real earning potential - great commission structure
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you are ready to step into a role where your legal expertise helps protect, enable and accelerate business growth - apply now.
We are THE MISSING LINK between where you are and where you want to be.
The Missing Link North Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
North Sydney, Australia
