Senior Associate | Property | Construction

Reo Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Reo Group in Sydney is recruiting a Senior Associate to lead the property and construction practice within a boutique firm. You will run high-value developer and investor matters end to end, own client relationships directly, and pursue a clear path to partnership within a firm that values capability over hierarchy.

You will head development, off the plan, and leasing work for tier-one developers and investors, with minimal partner involvement in a flat team environment and a busy pipeline.

Qualifications

• Admitted in an Australian jurisdiction with an unrestricted practising certificate.
• Five+ years of post-admission property law experience.
• Experience acting for developers on off the plan sales of strata lots and subdivisions.
• Leasing experience under NSW Retail Leases Act and related laws.

Responsibilities

• Act for developers on off the plan sales of strata projects and land subdivisions, from contract structuring and disclosure through to registration and settlement.
• Advise on site acquisitions, options, joint ventures and development management agreements.
• Manage commercial and retail leasing matters for landlords and tenants across Australian jurisdictions.
• Handle acquisitions and disposals, Torrens title issues, easements and priority disputes.
• Coordinate project finance and security documentation for developers and lenders.
• Prepare master contracts, disclosure statements and draft plans, contributing to growing the practice.

Skills

Property law experience

Client relationships

Attention to detail

Independent practice ownership

Education

Admitted in Australia with unrestricted practising certificate

Tools

PEXA for settlements

Job description

Location: Sydney CBD

Role Highlights: A genuine opportunity to take ownership of a property practice within an established boutique law firm. You will run high-value developer and investor matters end to end, own those client relationships directly, and have a clear way through to partnership in a firm that values capability over hierarchy.

Role Overview

Reo Group is partnering with a well-regarded independent Sydney law firm to recruit a Senior Associate for its property and construction practice. You will lead the firm's development, off the plan and leasing work, running matters end to end for tier-one developers and investors with minimal partner involvement. The firm offers tier-one capability within a boutique structure, a flat team environment and a busy, growing pipeline of high-value project work.

Responsibilities

• Act for developers on off the plan sales of strata projects and land subdivisions, from contract structuring and disclosure through to registration and settlement.
• Advise on site acquisitions, options, put and call agreements, joint ventures and development management agreements.
• Manage commercial and retail leasing matters for landlords and tenants across Australian jurisdictions.
• Handle commercial, industrial and residential acquisitions and disposals, Torrens title issues, easements, covenants, caveats and priority disputes.
• Coordinate project finance and security documentation for developers and lenders.
• Prepare master contracts, disclosure statements and draft plans, and contribute to growing the practice.

Candidate Profile

• Admitted in an Australian jurisdiction with an unrestricted practising certificate and at least five years of post-admission property law experience.
• Demonstrated experience acting for developers on off the plan sales of strata lots and subdivided land, including sunset clauses and purchaser rescission rights.
• Substantial commercial and retail leasing experience, including working knowledge of the Retail Leases Act 1994 (NSW) and equivalent legislation.
• Nationwide property experience across New South Wales and at least one other state, ideally from a distinguished mid or top tier property team.
• Confident taking free rein of client relationships, meticulous in attention to detail, and comfortable working in a boutique environment with less structure than a large firm.
• Working knowledge of PEXA for settlements.