Commercial Lawyer

Lawpath; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped Bonus Structure

ESOP

Birthday Leave

Parental Leave

Hybrid Work

Wellbeing Perks

Culture That Connects

Job summary

Lawpath is seeking a senior lawyer to join Lawpath Legal and advise startups and small to medium businesses on a broad set of commercial matters. You will contribute strategic legal insights and collaborate with a growing, dynamic team in a hybrid work setup.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of private practice in corporate/commercial law, a passion for startups and legal innovation, and a strong client-first mindset to drive business growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in corporate/commercial law with SMB focus.
• Startup/NewLaw mindset with interest in legal innovation.
• Strong business sense and ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise startups and SMBs on a wide range of general commercial matters.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements.
• Provide strategic legal guidance to help clients grow.
• Work autonomously within a fast-paced, high-growth team.

Skills

Corporate/Commercial expertise

Startup enthusiast

Business savvy

Independent problem-solver

Adaptable professional

Client-focused

Job description

AFR Best Places to Work Finalist 2025 | Backed by Westpac Bank

About the Company

We are a rapidly-growing legal technology/SaaS provider committed to simplifying complex legal processes through innovative technology. Driven by a mission to empower small and medium businesses (SMBs) with accessible legal, compliance, and accounting solutions, our company is poised for substantial growth.

Why Lawpath Legal:

• We're backed by Westpac, trusted by over 500,000 businesses and growing rapidly. If you're ready to practise law in a way that actually works for both clients and lawyers.
• Deliver commercial advice that empowers real businesses to grow. No billable hours. No hierarchy for the sake of it.
• Smarter legal practice - Spend more time advising clients and less time on admin. We’ve built a legal platform that supports, not slows you down.
• Team with heart - We do great work, lift each other up and celebrate as a team. You’ll feel connected, supported and trusted from day one.
• Flexibility that works - Hybrid work is standard. Birthdays are paid days off. Fridays wrap at 4:30.

The Role

We’re looking for a senior lawyer (5+ PQE) to join our internal team at Lawpath Legal. As a member of our legal team, you will advise startups and small/medium businesses on a wide range of general commercial matters. While no two days will be exactly the same, your main responsibilities will include:

What we’re looking for:

• Corporate/Commercial expertise: Significant experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Startup enthusiast: Passion for startups, NewLaw, and legal innovation.
• Business savvy: An understanding of the challenges faced by SMBs.
• Independent problem-solver: Ability to work autonomously and make quick decisions.
• Adaptable professional: Comfortable in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment.
• Client-focused: Dedication to exceeding client expectations and ensuring their satisfaction
• If you have experience with business sale and commercial property matters, this is a bonus but not required

The Perks

• Uncapped Bonus Structure – Rewarding performance, not hours
• ESOP – Share in the growth you help build
• Birthday Leave – Celebrate with an extra paid day off
• Parental Leave – Generous and inclusive policies for all families
• Hybrid Work – 3 days from home or completely remote for the right candidate
• Wellbeing Perks – Gym discount, Monday run club and wellness initiatives
• Culture That Connects – Monthly events, offsites and team celebrations

Lawpath celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, we invite people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.

This is a great opportunity to join a fast growing and sociable company in an exciting new industry. You need to have full legal working rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.