Commercial Lawyer

Empire Group; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice in Brisbane is seeking a talented Commercial Lawyer to join its high-performing team. This full-time role offers a chance to work on diverse commercial and property matters, providing autonomy and exposure to quality work. Ideal for candidates with strong mid–to senior-level experience, this position includes WFH flexibility and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

WFH flexibility

Mentoring from senior professionals

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Solid commercial and/or property experience from a reputable firm.
• Confidence managing client matters independently.
• Strong technical and drafting skills.
• A commercially minded approach.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Establishing trusts and business structures.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Managing commercial and property matters.

Skills

Commercial experience

Property experience

Client management

Technical drafting skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Commercial Lawyer - Brisbane CBD | High-Quality Commercial & Property Work | Full-Time + WFH Flexibility

We are seeking a talented Commercial Lawyer to join a high-performing Commercial team within a well-established Brisbane CBD practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with strong mid‑tier or large‑firm training to step into a role offering quality work, client exposure, and genuine career development.

We are open to candidates with mid‑to senior‑level experience, including those returning to the workforce after family commitments.

About the Role

In this position, you will work alongside senior and highly experienced practitioners across a broad range of commercial and property matters. The role offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to manage client relationships with minimal supervision.

Your workload will include:

• Commercial & Business (60‑70%)
  • Establishing trusts and business structures
  • Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
  • Business purchases and sales
  • Shareholder and unit holder agreements
  • Licensing matters
  • General commercial and business transactional work
• Property (30‑40%)
  • Commercial and retail leasing
  • Commercial sales and acquisitions

About You

We're seeking a lawyer who brings:

• Solid commercial and/or property experience from a reputable firm
• Confidence managing client matters independently
• Strong technical and drafting skills
• A commercially minded approach
• A diligent, hardworking attitude with excellent attention to detail

Work Environment & Benefits

• Full‑time role based in the Brisbane CBD office
• One WFH day per week available for the right candidate
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Exposure to high‑quality work and mentoring from senior professionals

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your commercial law career within a respected team offering stability, quality work, and genuine progression.

How to Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and goals, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply via SEEK with your CV and a brief cover letter, or contact us confidentially for more information.

Rachael Musgrave | Partner - Legal Professional

Why Work with Rachael at Empire Group?

• Industry Expertise: As a lawyer, I bring firsthand insight into the profession, backed by a team with 175+ years of combined legal recruitment expertise.
• Exclusive Roles: Gain access to opportunities not advertised anywhere else.
• Personalised Support: Receive free CV advice, interview coaching and negotiation guidance suited to your career goals.
• Privacy: Trust that your information will be treated with the confidentiality that you deserve. Only be put forward to a role with your explicit consent.

Ref No: RM29398 Email: [e-mail] Phone: [phone].

If you cannot contact Rachael, please reach out to her Candidate Manager, Caroline Marley, at [e-mail] or on 07 3231 1200.

If this role doesn't suit you, reach out today for a confidential discussion regarding your career.

At Empire Group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and other under‑represented groups to apply. Our focus is on creating fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that genuinely reflect and respect the communities we serve.