Senior Property Lawyers

Engage Personnel; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Professional development

Annual practising certificate paid for

Employee assistance program

Referral incentives

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Engage Personnel is partnering with a leading alternative law firm to recruit a senior Property Lawyer for their Property + Projects practice in Melbourne. The role focuses on commercial and retail leasing, with autonomy to manage complex matters and build client relationships across major brands and ASX-listed organisations.

You will advise on leasing, developments and market-entry strategies, while supporting clients with fitout and construction-related agreements in a flexible,

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE experience in commercial and/or retail leasing.
• Strong technical knowledge and experience managing complex leasing matters.
• Ability to independently manage matters and client relationships.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
• Commercial mindset with a focus on practical outcomes.
• Interest in innovation, technology and improving legal service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Retail and commercial leasing transactions, including negotiations, reviews, renewals, variations, assignments, surrenders and consent deeds.
• Managing property portfolios for large corporate clients.
• Providing advice on commercial property matters, developments, acquisitions, sales and market entry strategies.
• Supporting clients with fitout and construction-related agreements.
• Working closely with clients to understand their commercial objectives and deliver practical solutions.

Job description

Step away from traditional law firm structures and join an innovative legal business focused on outcomes, flexibility and exceptional client service.

We are working with a leading alternative law firm that is redefining the way legal services are delivered. Through a human-centred approach, innovative technology and a focus on client outcomes rather than billable hours, this firm offers lawyers the opportunity to practise law differently.

They are seeking an experienced Property Lawyer (8+ PQE) to join their Property + Projects team, with a focus on commercial and retail leasing matters.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded property lawyer who enjoys high-quality work, autonomy and building strong client relationships.

You will work with a diverse range of clients, including major retail brands, ASX-listed organisations, multinational businesses and in-house legal teams, providing strategic advice across a broad range of property matters.

Your experience will include:

• Retail and commercial leasing transactions, including negotiations, reviews, renewals, variations, assignments, surrenders and consent deeds
• Managing property portfolios for large corporate clients
• Providing advice on commercial property matters, developments, acquisitions, sales and market entry strategies
• Supporting clients with fitout and construction-related agreements
• Working closely with clients to understand their commercial objectives and deliver practical solutions

About You

We are looking for a senior property lawyer who is commercially focused and passionate about delivering exceptional client outcomes. You will have:

• 8+ years PQE experience in commercial and/or retail leasing
• Strong technical knowledge and experience managing complex leasing matters
• The ability to independently manage your own matters and client relationships
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• A commercial mindset with a focus on achieving practical outcomes
• A genuine interest in innovation, technology and improving the way legal services are delivered

Why This Opportunity?

This firm offers a genuinely different way of working, including:

• No billable hour targets and no individual financial budgets
• Flexible working arrangements, including a work-from-anywhere approach
• Greater autonomy over how you manage your matters and client relationships
• Exposure to sophisticated clients and commercially significant work
• A collaborative, supportive and team-focused environment
• Leading-edge legal technology and AI tools to enhance efficiency
• Strong focus on professional development and career growth

Additional benefits include:

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid and flexible working environment
• Professional development programs
• Annual practising certificate paid for
• Employee assistance program
• Referral incentives
• Corporate wellbeing benefits

If you are an experienced Property Lawyer looking for a more flexible, innovative and human-centred approach to legal practice, this is an opportunity worth exploring.