Legal Counsel - APAC

Location: 

This is a hybrid opportunity where you will work 1 in the office, 4 days a week from home.  We are happy to have this role based in Sydney or Brisbane.

Insight at a Glance

• 14,000+ engaged teammates globally
• #8 Best Workplace™ in Technology and #17 Best Workplaces™ in Australia
• #20 on Fortune’s World's Best Workplaces™ list
• $9.2 billion in revenue
• Received 35+ industry and partner awards in the past year
• $1.4M+ total charitable contributions in 2023 by Insight globally

Now is the time to bring your expertise to Insight. We are not just a tech company; we are a people-first company. We believe that by unlocking the power of people and technology, we can accelerate transformation and achieve extraordinary results. As a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator with deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity, and intelligent edge, we guide organisations through complex digital decisions.

About the role

Leadership: This role will report to Kasey Richmond, Associate General Counsel, APAC. She is based in Brisbane and leads the APAC Legal team.  Our tight knit APAC legal team consists of three lawyers, and you will have the benefit of being part of the global Insight legal team consisting of approximately 25 lawyers throughout Canada, North America, and Europe.  The team is passionate about technology and strives to provide timely and commercially focused legal advice that helps the business achieve its goals.  This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about commercial contracts and technology and wants to join a dynamic and global legal team. 

As a Legal Counsel, we will count on you to provide accurate, effective, and informed guidance to the business, enabling Insight to comply with its legal and ethical obligations, and achieve its strategic objectives. Along the way, you will get to:

• Provide sales & pre-sales contract support, including the drafting, review, interpretation, and negotiation of general and complex commercial contracts including Master Services Agreements, Product Resale Agreements, Professional and Managed Services contracts for primarily Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. 
• Provide Legal support to the bids and tender team, including the review of bid contracts, drafting departures, and providing contract support and advice.
• Preparation, review, and negotiation of partner, supplier, and reseller contracts.
• Be a trusted partner and source of information and assistance to the business.
• Assist in the development and management of privacy and compliance programs for the APAC region. 

• Be AmbITious: This opportunity is not just about what you do today but also about where you can go tomorrow. When you bring your hunger, heart, and harmony to Insight, your potential will be met with continuous opportunities to upskill, earn promotions, and elevate your career.

What we’re looking for

• Completed law degree from an Australian University with the ability to practice in New South Wales or Queensland on an unrestricted practising certificate.
• A minimum of 3 years’ post admission experience at a top or mid-tier law firm and/or in-house legal position with a background in commercial contracting and technology law.
• Excellent written/verbal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with ability to draft, review and negotiate complex agreements.
• Detail oriented with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple transactions and competing priorities in a fast-paced, fluid, and deadline-driven environment.

What you can expect

We’re legendary for taking care of you, your family and for helping you engage with your local community. We want you to enjoy a full, meaningful life and own your career at Insight. Some of our benefits include: 

• Dedicated career pathways and development
• Peer recognition and the opportunity to join our President’s Club
• Volunteer Leave and Work Life Balance days
• Work-From-Anywhere Program for up to 4 weeks per year
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Corporate discounts

But what really sets us apart are our core values of Hunger, Heart, and Harmony, which guide everything we do, from building relationships with teammates, partners, and clients to making a positive impact in our communities.

Join us today, your ambITious journey starts here.

Insight is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.

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At Insight, we celebrate diversity of skills and experience so even if you don’t feel like your skills are a perfect match - we still want to hear from you!