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Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

We have a rare opportunity for a Lawyer to Associate to join our Projects and Government team with a focus on Intellectual Property & Technology (IPT) working with Alexandra Wedutenko. We are a truly nationally integrated firm and are open to applicants who are based in Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra.

About the work and the team

• Working with industry leading IP and technology partners this role will see you assisting clients with commercial transactions, outsourcing, telecommunications, strategic procurement and sourcing, technology contracting, vendor management, data protection and privacy, consumer data rights, and e-commerce, across a range of industries.

• The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a close-knit team with a supportive culture and an actual desire to promote flexible working.

• This role comes with genuine progression opportunities, we will invest in your and your career.

What the market says

• Leading Intellectual Property & TMT Lawyer – Canberra in the recent 2025 Doyle’s Guide

• Standout Winner: 5-Star Employer of Choice (Employee Experience and Wellbeing), 2025

• Ranked 16th in Lawyers Weekly’s Top 25 Attraction Firms, 2025

About you

• You will have at 1+ years' experience gained at a well-regarded mid to top-tier firm or in-house.

• Applicants with primarily privacy or contracts / procurement experience are also encouraged to apply.

• A passion for innovation and technology and a strong work ethic are essential.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.