Our Data Intelligence Team

Clayton Utz is one of Australia’s leading law firms, acting for a diverse range of domestic and global private sector and government clients.

Our client-facing Data Intelligence practice is at the forefront of innovation, recognised as one of the country’s fastest-growing forensic, cyber, and data analytics consulting practices.

As an integral part of our broader Advisory, Risk & Regulation stream, our Data Intelligence practice collaborates seamlessly with our legal practice groups to deliver a full suite of forensic technology services to our clients. From forensic accounting and investigations to data analytics, cyber security, and eDiscovery, we provide impactful solutions that make a real difference for our clients.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking an experienced consulting professional to join our collaborative and high-performing Data Intelligence practice in Sydney. This is a unique, client-facing role where your expertise in advanced quantitative data analytics and visualisation technology will contribute to delivering tailored, bespoke solutions to highly sophisticated clients across a range of sectors, including Government, Financial Services, Education and Consumer.

In this role, you will collaborate with lawyers and clients alike to transform data into reliable evidence, critical to achieving positive client outcomes for forensic investigations, remediations, regulatory compliance and major litigious disputes.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Develop and refine analytical scripts in SQL and Python to address complex, real-world challenges.

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to design bespoke data analytics solutions that drive results.

• Work with data from multiple sources, ensuring accuracy and integrity through validation and transformation.

• Create innovative scripts using API integrations with cutting-edge tools like Relativity.

• Contribute to a culture of excellence by reviewing and refining code, sharing knowledge, and mentoring others.

• Present your work confidently in clear, engaging ways that resonate with clients and colleagues alike.

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including lawyers and other specialists, to deliver holistic solutions.

What We’re Looking For

We value diverse perspectives and experiences. To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

• 3+ years of experience in quantitative development or data analytics, gained within a professional or financial services environment.

• A strong academic background in fields such as Computer Science, Actuarial Studies, Statistics, Mathematics, or Physics.

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python, with a passion for solving complex problems through data.

• A meticulous approach to ensuring accuracy and quality in your work.

• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously.

• Outstanding communication skills, enabling you to build strong relationships and positively influence clients and colleagues.

• A collaborative mindset and the ability to adapt to a multidisciplinary environment.

Why Join Clayton Utz?

At Clayton Utz, we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a community that values our people and their contributions.

When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• Access to professional development programs and career growth opportunities.

• The tools to perform your role to your best ability, with world-class infrastructure and resources including leading AI platform, Harvey.

• A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health.

• A collaborative and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters belonging.

• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.

• The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com

Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.