Senior Associate, Real Estate & Projects - High-Value Deals

Montgomery; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery, a leading independent Australian law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Real Estate & Projects team in Melbourne or Sydney. You will work with Partners and a national team on high-value property transactions and leasing, and you will mentor junior lawyers while delivering practical, client-focused advice.

This role offers exposure to major domestic and international clients and a collaborative, performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' post-admission experience in private practice or in-house teams.
• Strong experience in front-end commercial property matters including acquisitions, disposals and leasing.
• Understanding of complex property transactions, development structures and the real estate market.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills.
• Ability to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, developments and leasing.
• Act on high-value capital transactions and major property developments for corporate, institutional and government clients.
• Draft, review and negotiate development agreements and commercial leasing arrangements.
• Assist with property due diligence and manage significant property portfolios.

Skills

Commercial property law

Drafting and negotiation

Transaction management

Mentoring juniors

Client advisory

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Montgomery, a leading independent Australian law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Real Estate & Projects team in Melbourne or Sydney. You will work with Partners and a national team on high-value property transactions and leasing, and you will mentor junior lawyers while delivering practical, client-focused advice.

This role offers exposure to major domestic and international clients and a collaborative, performance-driven culture.