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Principal lawyer/practice leader-commercial law

Sydney
Afl Recruitment
Commercial law
Posted: 27 April
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Principal Lawyer/Practice Leader-Commercial Law

Our client is a highly impressive multi‐award‐winning modern, forward‐thinking, nimble, young, vibrant and close‐knit multi‐disciplinary law firm undergoing continuous growth. We have an existing diverse commercial law practice that includes commercial transactions, commercial & construction litigation, property/conveyancing and succession law.

The firm is looking for a practice leader to take full ownership and drive further growth of the practice, managing a team of lawyers and paralegals, reporting to the Managing Partner and GM. The role offers a competitive salary of $160,000‐$230,000 plus a lucrative performance bonus, guaranteed annual increase and financial support for further education. Flexible work‐from‐home arrangement is available. The position is based in Sydney.

Responsibilities

* Lead and manage the commercial law practice, overseeing all practice areas.
* Build and maintain a high‐performing team of lawyers and paralegals.
* Drive business development and client acquisition to grow the practice.
* Provide strategic input into business decisions relating to the commercial practice.
* Maintain and develop client relationships, ensuring high‐quality service and satisfaction.

What's in it for you

* Ground‐level opportunity to own and grow the commercial law practice.
* Immediate access to an existing commercial law portfolio and client base.
* Fast‐growing multi‐award‐winning firm with a bright future.
* Strategic influence as a key member of the firm.
* Supportive, collaborative culture where clients and staff are treated like family.
* Generous financial support (up to $10,000 per year) for further education.
* Lucrative performance bonus and guaranteed extra compensation for each year of service.
* Flexible work‐from‐home options.

Who you are

* Seasoned partner, principal, sole practitioner or senior associate seeking greater responsibility.
* Proven experience in commercial law transactions (essential) and preferably in at least one of commercial litigation, construction law, property law or succession law.
* Transferable client base or a strong track record in business development and marketing.
* Strong technical legal drafting, negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
* Demonstrated leadership and effective client relationship management.
* Entrepreneurial, ambitious, self‐driven and eager to be a key person in a fast‐growing firm.

Referral: Maria Yun

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