Senior Associate - Corporate & Commercial Law
Lawnch is a fast-growing commercial, corporate, R&D, grants and advisory firm based in Burleigh Heads.
We work with founders and growth-stage businesses to help them move further and faster - by operating differently. We are not a traditional firm, consciously – as we match our clients' tone and pace. Our day-to-day is a fast-paced, high-performance environment focused on outcomes, not optics.
We care about doing great work with good people. We prioritise physical and mental wellbeing, support each other and take pride in the relationships we build with our clients.
We are looking for a new team member who will embody our values:
Lead Boldly— we're not afraid to do things differently
Operate Humbly— down-to-earth, human, and client-first
Move Quickly— speed with precision, and
Win Strategically— smart thinking, strong execution.
What do our clients say about Lawnch?
I've worked with top and mid-tier lawyers all around the world, I've never come across a legal team like Lawnch. They've integrated themselves into our business as a valued team member, I couldn't run our business without them.
The best lawyers on the Gold Coast, they are the only commercial firm I recommend to our clients – as I know they are in both commercially practical and knowledgeable hands.
- Andy, referral partner
What do team members say about Lawnch?
Working at Lawnch is an incredibly rewarding experience. There is a genuine sense of camaraderie and support across the team, creating a positive and collaborative atmosphere. The firm fosters both collective success and individual development, giving you the chance to build your skills, take on meaningful work, and make a real impact.
- Nicki, Associate
Position summary
This role will suit a Senior Associate who is already operating at a high level and is ready to step into a broader leadership position.
You will be trusted to run matters end to end, ensuring quality across the legal team whilst working closely with the Director on strategy and client outcomes.
This role is not a stepping stone - it is designed for someone who wants to play a meaningful role in building a firm, with a clear pathway to future ownership.
We also offer a $15,000 sign on bonus*.
What you will be responsible for
* Leading matters end to end across M&A, commercial contracts and corporate advisory
* acting as the primary drafting and review point for the other lawyers
* maintaining a consistently high standard of technical output across all work
* working closely with the Director on deal strategy and client outcomes, and
* managing timelines, budgets and deliverables across multiple matters.
What success looks like
* You produce clear, precise and commercially sound technical drafting (for example, complex earn-out provisions or structured commercial rights)
* the work output of the other lawyers improves under your review and guidance
* matters are run efficiently with minimal need for Director intervention
* clients receive practical and reliable advice in a manner tailored to them
* you become a trusted and dependable technical anchor within the team, and
* over time, you step into a broader leadership role within the business.
About you
You are a technically strong lawyer who wants more than just producing documents.
You understand the law, but you're equally motivated by outcomes - and want to play a more meaningful role for the clients you assist.
Specifically, you:
* are looking for a role where you'll be able to guide clients on commercially practical solutions (in collaboration with the Director)
* have 6 to 10 years PAE in corporate and commercial law
* have strong technical drafting skills (you can draft clauses from scratch and know the meaning and intention behind every clause in a contract sent out under your watch)
* can run matters independently with minimal supervision
* are used to working within a team of various technical abilities and experience
Have experience in the following types of matters:
* share sales and purchases
* business sales and purchases
* shareholder negotiations and documentation
* employment and contractor agreements
* (preferred but not essential) employee share option plans
* commercial and retail shop leasing, and
* preparation and review of commercial contracts,
* are digitally competent, excited by the opportunities AI presents and are quick to learn new systems, and
* thrive working in a fast-paced environment.
Why this role
Most Senior Associate roles plateau. This one doesn't. This role offers:
* real ownership of your matters, with support when needed
* the opportunity to be the technical lead and review layer within a growing team, with the support and guidance of a Director with 19 years PAE in top-tier, boutique and in-house
* exposure to high-quality work across M&A, commercial and advisory, and
* a genuine pathway to future ownership of the business.
If you take pride in your work, want to operate at a high standard, and are looking for something more than a traditional legal firm - this role is built for you.
Apply
Please submit your application via Seek, including a cover letter and resume, outlining why you believe you will be a great fit for Lawnch.
Successful candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.
www.lawnch.com.au
* terms and conditions apply (naturally, we are lawyers after all).
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