Lawyer: Property (Leasing)

Naiman Clarke; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Naiman Clarke in Sydney seeks a Commercial Leasing Lawyer with 5+ PQE to join its commercial property practice. You will draft, review and negotiate commercial and retail leases, agreements for lease and related documents, representing landlords and tenants across retail, office and commercial premises.

The role involves advising on renewals, variations, assignments, subleases and terminations, including multi-site portfolios, with a focus on practical, compliant leasing guidance and client

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ PQE in commercial property and/or retail leasing.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to manage leasing matters with increasing autonomy.
• A commercially minded, organised and collaborative approach, with an interest in building a long-term property law career.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial and retail leases, agreements for lease and related documents.
• Act for landlords and tenants across retail, office and commercial premises.
• Advise on renewals, variations, assignments, subleases and terminations, including multi-site leasing portfolios.
• Provide practical advice on retail leasing legislation and compliance, while liaising directly with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial property

Retail leasing

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Job description

Commercial Leasing Lawyer | 5+ PQE

The opportunity

An established Sydney advisory firm is seeking a Property Leasing Lawyer to join its commercial property practice. You will work closely with experienced property lawyers, advising businesses, retailers, landlords and tenants on a broad range of leasing matters.

What you’ll work on

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial and retail leases, agreements for lease and related documents.
• Act for landlords and tenants across retail, office and commercial premises.
• Advise on renewals, variations, assignments, subleases and terminations, including multi-site leasing portfolios.
• Provide practical advice on retail leasing legislation and compliance, while liaising directly with clients and stakeholders.

About you

• At least 5 years’ PQE in commercial property and/or retail leasing.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to manage leasing matters with increasing autonomy.
• A commercially minded, organised and collaborative approach, with an interest in building a long-term property law career.

Why consider this opportunity?

Work with established Australian businesses on varied leasing matters, with direct Partner access, hands-on mentoring and meaningful responsibility. Join a collaborative team offering professional development and progression opportunities.

Job reference: EN/60026