Introduction At IBM Legal, Regulatory Affairs & General Counsel, we provide the guidance and oversight that enable IBM to innovate responsibly and operate with integrity. Our teams manage complex legal, regulatory, and compliance matters across the globe. Ensuring trust with clients, partners, and communities. Working in Legal and Regulatory Affairs means tackling diverse challenges, from intellectual property and data privacy to corporate governance and ethical business practices. You'll collaborate with colleagues worldwide to protect IBM's interests while supporting growth and innovation. With continuous learning, global exposure, and opportunities to shape the future of technology through law and policy, IBM offers a unique environment to build your career while making a meaningful impact. Your role and responsibilities IBM holds numerous awards for its industry-leading employment practices and policies. Working within a collaborative and dynamic team, we are on the hunt for a Lawyer to join our Legal department. We are looking for an experienced Lawyer to advise senior management in Australia and New Zealand on a range of legal matters. You will review, interpret and advise on federal and state laws, IBM policies and practices, business conduct and ethics. You will also be involved in drafting and reviewing agreements, contracts and other documents. You will be involved in dispute management, litigation and instruct external counsel where required. The role will also assume additional responsibilities as assigned. Key responsibilities * Commercial negotiation and drafting * Provide frank and fearless advice and assurances that appropriately balances risk * Represent the organisation both internally and externally * Work in a role where no project task or day is the same * Collaborate with stakeholders of all levels on multi-faceted work around the world This is a permanent role based in Sydney or Melbourne Required technical and professional expertise * At least 5-7 years' experience as a Lawyer * Current practicing certificate, NSW or other Australian state * Strong academic background Preferred technical and professional experience * Experience in a major law firm * Secondments to corporates, or a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred * Needs to be a strong team player and capable of working unsupervised * Dynamic, enthusiastic personality * Capable of building strong relationships with the business * Some interstate and NZ travel may be required for matters IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.