Property/Leasing Lawyer

Empire Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm located near Melbourne's CBD is seeking a Property & Leasing Lawyer with a minimum of 3 years’ post-admission experience. The role offers a diverse range of responsibilities including commercial leasing, property disputes, and oversight of conveyancing. This position values genuine work-life balance, providing flexible arrangements and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Supportive team culture

Low billable hour targets

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with min 3+ years' PAE in property and/or leasing matters.
• Experience in drafting, communication, and client advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Handling commercial and retail leasing.
• Overseeing residential and commercial conveyancing.
• Managing sales and acquisitions of land.

Skills

Solid drafting skills

Strong communication skills

Client advisory skills

Proactive attitude

Curiosity to broaden expertise

Education

Law degree

Job description

Overview

Ready to find a workplace that values genuine work-life balance, variety, and growth? This could be your ideal next step. Located just outside Melbourne's CBD this boutique has a longstanding reputation for quality work and client service. As the work continues to flow in, the firm is now looking to appoint a Property & Leasing Lawyer (min 3+ years PAE) who is ready to take ownership of interesting, hands-on matters - with the support of an experienced and collegiate team, alongside an Accredited Property Law Specialist.

The role

This is a diverse and well-rounded property/leasing role, with the chance to build your skill set across:

• Commercial and retail leasing (Landlord and Tenant)
• Complex leasing arrangements, including Agreements for Lease
• General property matters - adverse possession, easements, covenants, subdivisions, property disputes, duties & tax advice
• Some oversight over residential and commercial conveyancing - working with a conveyancing clerk for day-to-day files
• Sales and acquisitions of land - including due diligence, contract negotiation, and tax/stamp duty advice
• Development work for a variety of private clients
• You will enjoy a high level of autonomy, while also working closely with an Accredited Specialist.

You will enjoy a high level of autonomy, while also working closely with an Accredited Specialist.

The highlights

• Join a close-knit, friendly team that supports each other and enjoys what they do
• Escape the billable pressure - targets around 5-5.5 hours per day
• A genuine opportunity to develop your expertise across a broad property practice
• Flexible work arrangements and Partners who trust and empower you
• Very well appointed offices in a CBD-fringe location, close by to everything (but without the big firm pace)

About You

• You're a qualified lawyer with min 3+ years' PAE in property and/or leasing matters
• You bring solid drafting, communication, and client advisory skills
• You're proactive, curious, and keen to broaden your expertise
• You're seeking a more personalised and supportive culture

Contact

For a confidential discussion regarding this role:

Libby Mizrahi LLB(Hons) | Partner - Legal Professional

Ref No: 28620

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Libby Mizrahi, Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group, offers nearly two decades of expertise in the Melbourne Legal Recruitment Market. Passionate about matching lawyers with the ideal firm and role, she ensures a perfect fit for both sides.

If this opportunity isn't right for you, Libby is actively recruiting for a variety of roles and has a strong network to offer exclusive positions with key clients. With expertise in tailoring CVs and interview preparation for specific roles, Libby ensures you stand out.

For critical market insights on salary expectations and a confidential career discussion, reach out to Libby today.