About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer with 3-6 years of post-admission experience (PAE) to join our thriving practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated professional to take on challenging work and grow their career within a supportive environment. You’ll be working closely with a diverse range of clients, including businesses and private entities, providing high-quality advice on a variety of complex commercial matters.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Advise on Business Transactions: Guide clients through the process of buying or selling businesses, ensuring due diligence and smooth transaction management.
- Draft and Negotiate Business Contracts: Provide expert advice on commercial contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms to best serve client interests.
- Manage Shareholder Agreements and Transactions: Assist clients in structuring shareholder arrangements, conducting buyouts, or navigating complex shareholder disputes.
- Corporate Advisory Services: Offer strategic advice on corporate governance, restructuring, and compliance matters, ensuring clients meet their legal obligations.
- Intellectual Property (IP) Law (optional): Support clients with IP protection, registration, and management, ensuring they maximize their IP assets.
- Conveyancing (optional but desired): Assist with property transactions, including sales, purchases, and lease agreements.
- Leasing Matters: Advise clients on leasing agreements, lease disputes, and property management, with a focus on commercial leasing.
- Tax, Planning, and Environment Law (optional): Provide guidance on tax implications, planning approvals, and environmental considerations for business operations.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3-6 years of PAE in commercial law, with a strong foundation in buy/sell transactions and corporate advisory.
- Proven experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and managing shareholder agreements.
- Exposure to IP law, conveyancing, tax, and environmental planning is highly regarded, but not essential.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to delivering technical excellence.
- A proactive and adaptable approach to managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
We value our people and are committed to creating a positive and rewarding workplace. As part of our team, you will enjoy:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling and support services, ensuring you have the support you need.
- Access to Leading Legal Resources: Utilize Lexis Nexis and ALMPA databases for research and legal support.
- Beautiful Office Environment: Enjoy working in our well-equipped Brisbane offices, designed for collaboration and comfort.
- Salary Continuance Insurance: Available after passing probation, providing peace of mind for you and your family.
- Loyalty Leave: Earn 5 weeks of leave after the first year of service, with an extra day added for each additional year of service, up to 5 years.
- XMAS Shut Down: Take time to recharge over the holiday season with our annual Christmas shutdown period.
- Laptops and Flexible Work Policy: All employees receive laptops and benefit from our work-from-home policy, providing flexibility to balance work and personal life.
- Clearly Defined Career Pathway: With formalized annual performance and salary reviews, you will have a transparent path for career growth.
- Leadership and Mentorship: Work closely with Partners and senior colleagues in small team settings where collaboration and mentorship are at the forefront.
- Wellness Subsidy: Receive an annual $250 wellness subsidy to spend on activities or items that support your well-being.
How to Apply
If you are a driven commercial lawyer looking to take the next step in your career with a firm that supports your professional growth and personal well-being, please contact Cian Swart on 0403 606 183 or cswart@andersenpartnership.com
If you feel that your experience falls outside of these requirements, you are encouraged to apply to determine suitability for other potential opportunties.