Real Estate Transactions Associate

Clifford Chance LLP; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Clifford Chance LLP is seeking an Associate to join its Corporate Real Estate team in Australia. The role focuses on advising clients on a broad range of real estate matters, drafting and negotiating contracts, and supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions.

Candidates should have Australian solicitor qualification and 2–4 years’ PQE in corporate real estate, with strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Qualified to practise as a solicitor in Australia.
• 2-4 years' post-qualification experience in corporate real estate law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience handling real estate transactions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both in a team and independently.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on acquisitions, disposals, leasing, and property development.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, leases, and other documents.
• Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction management.
• Liaise with clients, counterparties and other stakeholders.
• Support senior lawyers and partners in large-scale transactions.
• Keep up to date with legal developments and market trends.
• Assist with business development and client relationships.

Skills

Drafting & contracts

Negotiation

Due diligence

Client liaison

Teamwork

Education

Australian solicitor qualification

Job description

Clifford Chance LLP is seeking an Associate to join its Corporate Real Estate team in Australia. The role focuses on advising clients on a broad range of real estate matters, drafting and negotiating contracts, and supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions.

Candidates should have Australian solicitor qualification and 2–4 years’ PQE in corporate real estate, with strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.