Advise on cutting-edge digital and tech law issues
Work with iconic government and industry clients
Choose a career that connects you globally on a daily basis
About EY
https://www.ey.com/au/transformativeage
The opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Solicitor/Associate (depending on the applicant) to join the Digital Law team in the EY Law Auckland office. This role is offered on a flexible full-time basis.
Your key responsibilities
Advise a prestigious client base on a wide range of Digital Law matters including privacy, technology (cloud, AI, IoT, blockchain etc.), IP and consumer protection law issues.
Assist in research, analysis and the provision of high-quality advice to EY Law clients.
Help continue the growth trajectory of EY Law by building both strong internal relationships with EY and exceptional client relationships with new and existing clients.
Skills and attributes for success
Strong academic background with relevant experience in privacy, technology and/or intellectual property law.
Commercial and astute with a demonstrated ability to assimilate complex legal concepts into everyday business language.
Excellent communication, presentation and technical writing skills.
Proven client relationship skills with the ability to build and develop networks and opportunities.
Ideally, you’ll also haveA genuine passion for all things digital and tech and a desire to keep up with the related legal issues in this ever-changing area.
Motivated and enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a fast- paced environment.
What is EY Law?
EY Law is part of the expanding EY legal network, an international law firm with offices in the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, the Middle East and the Americas. EY Law has a truly global footprint, comprising over 3,500 lawyers across 80 countries. Whether acting for a client in a single legal capacity or as part of a formal multi-service EY engagement, our direct access to EY’s international network ensures clients receive a top-quality, streamlined and cost-effective service.
We work closely with our Assurance, Tax, Transaction and Advisory colleagues, drawing on extensive experience beyond the borders of law to provide multidisciplinary services. The EY Law network brings together legal specialists around the world and is continuing to grow at a rapid rate. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. Learn more about EY Law here
What working at EY offers
Our Total Rewards package includes:
Formal or informal flexible working options e.g. remote working, flexible start and finish times - https://www.ey.com/au/eyflexibility
Career and learning development e.g. EY badges (https://www.ey.com/gl/eybadges), career mentoring
An extensive range of wellbeing and benefit offerings e.g. Salary packaging, parental leave and support, health checks
Who we are
EY is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer (https://www.ey.com/nz/eydiversityInclusion) offering a vast range of internal networks including Ability EY, our disability network, Unity, our LGBTI network and our Maori network, enabling us all to embrace and value the diverse society we live within. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application vi********** or +61 1800 017 666.
Join us in building a better working world. Apply now!
The preferred applicant will be subject to employment screening by EY Law or its external provider.
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