Property & Construction Partner / Special Counsel | 8+ PAE | Sydney CBD Firm

Gorilla Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Not disclosed firm in Sydney CBD seeks a Property & Construction Partner or Special Counsel with 8+ years of post-admission experience to lead and grow a focused practice for developers, builders and commercial clients. The role offers a clear path to equity and substantial support for BD, marketing and operations.

You will bring a portable practice or established client following, an Australian admission with NSW certificate, and a proven ability to develop client relationships and mentor a

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-admission experience in property and construction law.
• A portable practice or established client following that covers your remuneration (essential).
• Admission in Australia and an unrestricted NSW practising certificate.
• A track record of business development and long-term client relationships.
• Leadership ability to build and mentor a team.
• An entrepreneurial approach and the ambition to grow your practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a property and construction practice for developers, builders, investors and commercial clients.
• Acting on commercial property acquisitions, sales and leasing.
• Advising on property development, including off-the-plan and project work.
• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and advising on security of payment.
• Running or overseeing building and construction disputes.
• Building a team and winning work from developers, builders and investors.

Education

Admitted to Australia

Unrestricted NSW practising certificate

Track record of business development

Leadership ability to build and mentor a team

Job description

Property & Construction Partner / Special Counsel | 8+ PAE | Sydney CBD Firm

Our client is a growing Sydney CBD commercial law firm looking for property and construction practitioners at Partner or Special Counsel level who want a stronger platform to grow their practice. It suits an established Partner looking for better support and economics, a Special Counsel with a transportable practice, or a senior practitioner ready to lead. Boutique principals and sole practitioners considering a merger or succession are also welcome to make contact.

Why you'll love it here:

• $250,000-$350,000 total package, with transparent remuneration and genuine upside for high performers
• A pathway to equity participation and real leadership opportunities
• Dedicated marketing, business development and operational support, so your time goes on clients and fee earning
• Investment in technology, AI tools and modern systems
• A substantial and growing commercial client base to cross-refer into your practice
• Keep your personal brand and client relationships, with the backing of an established firm
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and the freedom to build your practice your way

About the role:

You’ll lead and grow a property and construction practice for developers, builders, investors and commercial clients.

• Acting on commercial property acquisitions, sales and leasing
• Advising on property development, including off-the-plan and project work
• Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and advising on security of payment
• Running or overseeing building and construction disputes
• Building a team and winning work from developers, builders and investors

What you’ll bring:

• 8+ years' post-admission experience in property and construction law
• A portable practice or established client following that covers your remuneration (essential)
• Admission in Australia and an unrestricted NSW practising certificate
• A track record of business development and long-term client relationships
• The leadership ability to build and mentor a team
• An entrepreneurial approach and the ambition to grow your practice

Additional information

• $250K-$350K total package + genuine upside | Pathway to equity
• Property & Construction Partner or Special Counsel | Sydney CBD
• Portable practice required | Full BD, marketing and ops support