Law360 St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
Managing Editor – Law360 Australia
Location: Sydney or Melbourne (onsite), Full-time
Join Law360, a LexisNexis company and global leader in legal journalism.
We're launching a new editorial bureau in Australia and are seeking a Bureau Chief to lead it.
Role Overview
The Bureau Chief will be the senior editorial leader responsible for building and managing a new team of reporters to cover courts, Parliament, and the legal industry, shaping the editorial direction and voice of Law360 in the region.
Responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of reporters covering courts, Parliament, and the legal sector.
Develop and execute editorial and strategic plans aligned with Law360's global goals.
Oversee daily news output, ensuring accuracy, fairness, and depth of reporting.
Coordinate coverage of major legal and political developments across Australia.
Represent Law360 in meetings, media, and public events as the local face of the organisation.
Build strong networks with legal professionals, academics, regulators, and policymakers.
Drive innovation in storytelling, newsroom operations, and use of technology (including AI tools).
Requirements
Tertiary qualification in journalism, media, law or a related field.
7+ years' journalism experience, including at least 2 years in a management or editorial leadership role.
Experience covering courts, Parliament, or federal government, preferably within Australia.
Deep understanding of the Australian legal system and political landscape.
Exceptional editorial judgment, writing, and editing skills.
Strong people leadership – ability to build, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
Ability to balance speed and accuracy in a dynamic news environment.
Strategic thinking and comfort working in a global, fast-paced newsroom.
Benefits
Opportunity to lead the launch of a new editorial bureau in Australia.
Global newsroom collaboration with award-winning journalists.
Optical Assistance
Life assurance and income protection
Option to buy additional Annual Leave days
Employee Assistance Program
Referral Bonus
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
About the Company
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world.
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