Senior Lawyer Writer, Commercial

Thomson Reuters

. Write, edit and update commercial legal know-how resources, including practice notes, checklists, standard documents and clauses, drafting notes, and legal updates .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeMelbourne • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial legal writing and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical guidance. Proficient in utilizing generative AI tools to enhance the creation and delivery of legal know-how content.

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Admitted To Practise As A Lawyer In Australia5 Years+ PQE Experience As A Commercial LawyerExcellent Legal Writing SkillsStrong Technical Skills Including Generative AI ToolsExperience In Commercial Legal Areas

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Hard Skills

Legal WritingContent CreationLegal ResearchDrafting Legal DocumentsAttention To DetailMarket MonitoringRegulatory ComplianceContent EditingPractical Guidance DevelopmentComplex Concept Distillation

Soft Skills

Proactive CommunicationIndependent WorkWorkload Management

Tools & Technologies

Generative AI Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted To Practise As A Lawyer

Industry Keywords

Commercial LawSupply Of Goods And ServicesSupply ChainsAgencyDistributionOutsourcingESGEthical TradingAdvertisingMarketing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write, edit and update commercial legal know-how resources, including practice notes, checklists, standard documents and clauses, drafting notes, and legal updates
Ensure published content follows established writing style and guidance and is accurate, current, and premium quality
Monitor market and regulatory developments in commercial legal practice
Translate developments into timely, practical content for subscribers
Explore and help pilot generative AI and other emerging technologies
Improve how legal know-how content is created, maintained, and delivered

Requirements

What you’ll need

Admitted to practise as a lawyer in Australia
5 years+ PQE experience as a commercial lawyer
Most recently worked in a top/mid-tier private practice or in-house role
Excellent legal writing skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to distil complex legal concepts into clear, practical guidance
Strong technical skills, including use of generative AI tools
Ability to work independently and manage own workload
Proactive communication with manager and wider Practical Law team
Experience or knowledge in commercial legal areas including supply of goods and services, supply chains, agency, distribution, outsourcing, ESG/ethical trading, and advertising and marketing is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible hybrid working environment
Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
Flexible vacation
Two company-wide Mental Health Days off
Access to the Headspace app
Retirement savings
Tuition reimbursement
Employee incentive programs
Resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
Two paid volunteer days off annually
Opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and ESG initiatives
Career development and continuous learning through Grow My Way programming
Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance support