senior legal counsel - it.

• Believe: We believe in the power of sport and the Australian spirit. Together, they unlock our limitless potential, grit, and heart to go further than we ever imagined.

• Belong: Everyone is welcome at our Games. Every person is celebrated, creating a playing field that’s fair, fun, and full of connection!

• Become: This is our moment. Our move. Together, we’ll harness the magic of the Games to become stronger and step boldly into an exciting new era.

As an ambitious and inclusive organisation - Brisbane 2032 offers a rare opportunity to contribute to the world's largest sporting event, the world's largest multicultural event, and the world's largest event for people with disability. It is a chance to showcase to the world what Australia has to offer. It is also a chance to celebrate the world’s oldest continuing living culture, Australia’s First Nations peoples, and to promote and further the cause of accessibility and opportunity for all.

As part of this application process, we encourage you to share your motivation to be part of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and your lived experience which will help you contribute to these Games.

About the Role

The Senior Legal Counsel – IT reports to the Director of Legal Affairs and is responsible for providing expert legal advice and support across Brisbane 2032’s technology, privacy and data programmes.

The role will lead negotiations and advise on critical technology and digital projects along with privacy and data governance matters. Come and be a critical part of ensuring the delivery of all facets of technology services for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, from ticketing to the recording of world records through to enabling global broadcasting expected to reach 5 billion viewers worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal support to Brisbane 2032 across all aspects of the technology programme including Privacy and Data.

• Lead complex, high-value contract negotiations to secure the delivery of critical technology services for the Games.

• Ensure compliance with applicable privacy, data governance and regulatory obligations associated with Games technology systems, digital platforms and operations.

• Advise on cross-border data use, sharing and governance issues including compliance with applicable Australian and international privacy and data protection obligations.

• Deliver timely, fit-for-purpose legal advice to support strategic decision-making while providing agile support across Brisbane 2032’s 55 other Functional Areas, collaborating closely to mitigate legal risks and build strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and IOC/IPC governance frameworks.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated specialist experience advising across technology, privacy and data within Australia.
• Experience in Queensland Information Technology Contracting (QITC) is desirable.
• Outstanding contract negotiation and drafting skills with proven experience delivering commercially sound and legally robust outcomes for complex, high value agreements.
• Strong understanding of privacy, data governance and regulatory compliance obligations, including cross-border data considerations. Knowledge of GDPR or other international privacy frameworks, though not essential, will be highly regarded.
• Expertise gained in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal team with experience supporting major projects, critical infrastructure or complex operational environments.
• Admitted to practice law in Australia and holds a current practising certificate.
• Proven capability to deliver high-quality, timely, and fit-for-purpose legal advice in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, offering pragmatic solutions that expertly balance legal risk with commercial and operational needs.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and adapt communication style to suit a range of stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to ‘roll up sleeves’ and take on any level of work as required in a small team.

To Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced Senior Legal Counsel (IT), looking for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to contribute to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, we encourage you to apply.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Alexandria Howes directly at alexandria.howes@randstad.com.au

Please apply with your updated resume and a 1-2 page suitability statement highlighting your experience in relation to the required skills and your own lived experience which is relevant to this opportunity. To send your application, please click "Apply Now" or follow the prompts provided. Applications close on 8th July 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

We are committed to ensuring our application and recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best, please let us know.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.