Associate Lawyer - Commercial Property

Charterhouse; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partner access

Mentoring

Autonomy

Work‑life balance

Flexible work

Job summary

Charterhouse Partnership Australia seeks an Associate to join its property practice, working with senior lawyers and Partners. The role is 60–70% leasing work for landlords, with exposure to tenant-side matters and other commercial property work.

Transactions are substantial, and you will work across the team with hands-on involvement and direct Partner access. The team handles high-value matters with strong staff tenure and a culture of progression.

Qualifications

• Admission to NSW legal practice or eligible to practice in NSW
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Good commercial/retail leasing experience
• Landlord or tenant-side experience welcomed
• Long-term commitment and eagerness to grow with the team

Responsibilities

• Focus on commercial and retail leasing for landlords, with some tenant-side work
• Exposure to broader commercial property matters
• Work with senior lawyers and Partners on substantial transactions
• Gain hands-on mentoring and direct Partner access

Education

Admission to NSW legal practice with 3+ years PQE in property law

Job description

About the firm

This highly regarded specialist property law firm advises major Australian businesses, institutional property owners and listed organisations across sophisticated real estate matters nationally. With approximately 30 people in the Sydney office, the firm offers top-tier quality property work within a smaller, collaborative environment. The team has strong staff tenure and a track record of developing and progressing lawyers internally.

The role & team

An opportunity is available for an Associate to join the firm's established property practice, working closely with experienced senior lawyers and Partners. Approximately 60-70% of the role will focus on commercial and retail leasing, predominantly representing landlords, alongside tenant-side work. You will also gain exposure to a broader range of commercial property matters. The team regularly handles substantial transactions, with matters typically starting around $5m-$10m and frequently exceeding $40m. Lawyers work across the team, providing exposure to different Partners and hands‑on involvement in matters.

The broader practice includes

• Commercial and retail leasing
• Property acquisitions and disposals
• High-value commercial property transactions
• Property advisory work
• Some property-related disputes

Experience required

• Admission to practice law in NSW with 3+ years PQE in property law
• Strong commercial and/or retail leasing experience
• Landlord or tenant-side experience considered
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Natural drive and eagerness to learn and grow with the team long term

What’s on offer

• Sophisticated property work within a specialist firm
• Direct Partner access and hands‑on mentoring
• Genuine responsibility and autonomy
• Strong long-term progression opportunities
• Collaborative team with no micromanagement
• Approximately 6 billable hours per day
• Flexible working available following an initial settling‑in period
• Genuine focus on work/life balance

Charterhouse Partnership Australia - www.charterhouse.com.au