Law360 St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
Managing Editor – Law360 Australia
Location: Sydney or Melbourne (onsite), Full-time
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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