Senior General Commercial Lawyer — Flexible Consulting

Ashurst; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Reach is Ashurst Perkins Coie's flexible legal resourcing platform based in Sydney, seeking a General Commercial lawyer. The role targets lawyers who can work autonomously, hit the ground running, and deliver practical commercial advice to clients.

Candidates should have strong drafting, negotiation skills and experience across multiple industries, including regulatory and IP considerations, with a focus on client service and business outcomes. Flexible arrangements available.

Qualifications

• General commercial contracting experience essential across multiple industries.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in the field.
• Current practising certificate required.
• Right to live and work in Australia required.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with suppliers and service providers.
• Advise on competition and consumer law, privacy, product safety and related issues.
• Support senior stakeholders and interface with clients on legal matters.
• Contribute to M&A related processes and business integrations where applicable.

Skills

General contracting

M&A exposure

Procurement

Competition law advice

Privacy & data

Intellectual property

Regulatory investigations

Litigation experience

Stakeholder management

Strong communication

Client service focus

Commercial acumen

4+ years experience

Education

Practising certificate

Work rights in Australia

Job description

Reach is Ashurst Perkins Coie's flexible legal resourcing platform based in Sydney, seeking a General Commercial lawyer. The role targets lawyers who can work autonomously, hit the ground running, and deliver practical commercial advice to clients.

Candidates should have strong drafting, negotiation skills and experience across multiple industries, including regulatory and IP considerations, with a focus on client service and business outcomes. Flexible arrangements available.