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Kyron Johnson

Kyron Johnson

Mount Stuart,TAS

Summary

Accomplished legal professional with extensive experience, commercial acumen, and an extensive educational background. Well-equipped to immediately contribute value to your organisation. Expertise as a skilled lawyer and negotiator, coupled with a comprehensive understanding of business, Australian and transnational business law. Unique ability to effectively engage with individuals from all walks of life. Demonstrated strong track record in law, government, project and contract management, business, and providing sound solutions to complex commercial, government, and legal issues.

Known for analytical thinking, effective communication, and a results-driven approach. Recognised for integrity and leadership.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawyer

Simmons Wolfhagen lawyers
09.2022 - Current

Transaction and client advocacy in the resolution of their legal issues with demonstrated expertise in the following practice areas:

  • Civil litigation and dispute resolution
  • Administrative law
  • Corporate and Consumer law
  • Local government governance, enforcement, planning and environment
  • Building and construction
  • Prepared and reviewed contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
  • Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
  • Built lasting relationships with clients by demonstrating integrity, dedication, and a genuine commitment to their success.
  • Instructed Counsel and represented clients in court proceedings, hearings and arbitrations.
  • Advised clients on a variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, property/easements/covenants, anti-discrimination, contract disputes, planning and building matters and litigation matters, including constitutional, negligence, fraud, assault, judicial review, debts, local government enforcement and nuisance claims.

MINISTERIAL Advisor/Electorate

Department of Premier and Cabinet
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Review proposed legislative Bills, identify issues and constituent discussion points, summarise and prepare Ministerial brief.
  • Preparation of Opinion Editorials.
  • Liaise with constituents, identify issues and desired outcomes.
  • Prepare reports identifying stakeholders required for issue resolution and ownership for resolution of those issues
  • Prepare Ministerial questions, responses and motions. Develop public policy initiatives, advising Ministerial positions on legislative bills for parliamentary debate and voting.
  • Prepare Ministerial Advisor briefings with respect to issues management and proposed policy initiatives.
  • Preparation and management of actions and Ministerial responses.
  • Working with community groups, community committees, businesses and other partners regarding issues of electorate and state significance.
  • Analyse Hansard, identify risk and prepare briefs to mitigate risk. Identify and critically analyse opposition policy proposals.
  • Researching and writing Ministerial adjournment speeches
  • Undertake electorate segmentation analysis for policy development and targeted messaging for electorate communications plan.

Principal / CLIENT and Product SERVICES

MADOC 51
03.2015 - 06.2020
  • The business provides business marketing consulting and advocacy services, including marketing and communications strategies via a network of integrated internet and digital communications platforms.
  • The scope of the role included all aspects of client relationship development and management.
  • Tasks included the development and presentation of proposals, negotiating service level agreements, developing and documenting client requirement specifications, and overseeing supply contracts for the delivery of integrated communication products and services.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Principal BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

SCS GROUP
05.2000 - 06.2015
  • Company Overview: Provider of marketing, business consulting and advocacy services.
  • The business delivered integrated web-based communication and marketing technology tools, digital print media and new product advocacy services.
  • Market and product development, bringing to market the product and services mix of the business, establishing feedback loops to ensure sustainable competitive advantage.
  • Leading sales, identifying prospects and business opportunities, preparing and presenting solution-based presentations and proposals to prospective clients.
  • Introduction and implementation of transnational corporation strategic products and services.
  • Negotiating and drafting contracts with clients and overseeing service level agreement implementation and maintenance.
  • Led the positioning the company as a leader in the provision of scalable integrated internet-based marketing and communications products and services.
  • Secured gaming and wagering manufacturer status for a US-based gaming organisation within Tasmania and New Zealand.

Chief Operating Officer

OneLink Transit Systems
02.1994 - 05.2000
  • Company Overview: A consortium company owned by the Mayne Group Ltd, Fujitsu Australia Ltd and ERG Ltd combined revenues of $15 billion per annum
  • The company built, owned, operated and transferred Victoria's multi-mode public transport automated ticketing system (System)
  • Managing the operational elements for the introduction of the System, responsible and accountable for marketing, public relations activities, establishing the customer assistance centre, developing a retail agency network of more than 1,000 resellers, and establishing the warehousing and distribution function for System consumables
  • Led the development and implementation of the Systems $16.2M marketing and communications plan, resulting in 84% user awareness and 78% user understanding.
  • Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organisation.
  • Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.

Education

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice -

University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS
07-2022

Juris Doctor - Law degree

Flinders University
Adelaide, SA
12.2021

International Law - Business Law And Civil Law

Cornell University
New York USA
07-2019

Master of International Law, Governance, & Public Policy -

Macquarie University
Sydney, NSW
12.2018

Master of Terrorism & Security Studies -

Charles Sturt University
Sydney, NSW
12.2015

Post Graduate Certificate Business -

Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC
12.1997

Skills

  • Critical Thinking Ability
  • Contract Administration
  • Client Relationship Development
  • Interpersonal Relationship Development
  • Proficient in Negotiation Tactics
  • Logical Reasoning Skills
  • Strong Organizational Abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication
  • Policy Design and Implementation
  • Government Relations
  • Client Acquisition Initiatives
  • Legal Analysis
  • Legal Document Drafting
  • Project Planning
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Proactive Issue Resolution
  • Risk Management Assessment

Professional Development

  • Strategic Account Management - Lee Dubois & Associates
  • Behavioural Versatility - Wilson Learning Corporation
  • Project Planning/Implementation/Management - Australian Institute of Management
  • One-Minute Manager - Wilson Learning Corporation
  • Strategic Project Planning & Implementation - Gattorna Chorn
  • Media Training - Media Manoeuvres

Community Contributions

  • Company Secretary (2024 - Current) Tasmanian Police and Citizen Youth Clubs
  • Director (2016-2020) Tasmanian Football Commission
  • Vice President (2016 – 2019) Southern Football League
  • Chairperson (2013 – 2016) Tasmanian Football Commission
  • President (2011 – 2015) Southern Football League
  • Director (2009 – 2011) Kingborough Tigers Football Club

Timeline

Lawyer

Simmons Wolfhagen lawyers
09.2022 - Current

MINISTERIAL Advisor/Electorate

Department of Premier and Cabinet
07.2021 - 09.2022

Principal / CLIENT and Product SERVICES

MADOC 51
03.2015 - 06.2020

Principal BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

SCS GROUP
05.2000 - 06.2015

Chief Operating Officer

OneLink Transit Systems
02.1994 - 05.2000

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice -

University of Tasmania

Juris Doctor - Law degree

Flinders University

International Law - Business Law And Civil Law

Cornell University

Master of International Law, Governance, & Public Policy -

Macquarie University

Master of Terrorism & Security Studies -

Charles Sturt University

Post Graduate Certificate Business -

Deakin University
Kyron Johnson