Associate Lawyer - Real Estate & Development

About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a Real Estate lawyer to join one of Australia’s leading Real Estate & Development practices, working on some of the market’s most complex and high-profile transactions.

Based in Brisbane, you’ll work closely with leading Partners and lawyers across multiple offices, advising major clients across sectors including government, healthcare, infrastructure, banking, media and private capital.

The team offers genuine breadth and variety, providing the opportunity to build a strong foundation across sophisticated real estate matters while developing your own areas of interest and specialisation.

What You’ll Be Working On
You’ll advise on a broad range of significant real estate transactions and projects, including:

• Major commercial developments, urban renewal and infrastructure projects
• Office towers, industrial facilities, build-to-rent and mixed-use precincts
• Renewable energy projects
• Acquisitions and disposals across commercial, retail, industrial, residential and hotel assets
• Sale and leaseback transactions
• Tourist resorts and mixed-use developments
• Joint venture and co-ownership arrangements
• Major leasing transactions and lease negotiations
• Real estate aspects of M&A transactions
• Subdivisions, security enforcement and property financing matters

You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of matters and manage your work with increasing autonomy, while working collaboratively with experienced Partners and lawyers across the broader practice.

You’ll also be encouraged to contribute to business development initiatives, including client pitches, industry events, articles and seminars, helping you build your profile and develop strong industry relationships.

About You
We’re interested in speaking with lawyers who have:

• Experience within a Real Estate or Property practice at a reputable law firm
• Experience across the acquisition, development and sale of real estate assets
• A combination of private practice and in-house experience will also be considered
• The ability to manage matters autonomously while contributing effectively within a team
• Strong commercial judgement and relationship-building skills
• A genuine commitment to continued learning, development and building a long-term career within a leading practice

Why Consider This Opportunity?
Alongside high-quality work and access to leading practitioners, you can expect:

• Market-competitive remuneration
• Generous incentive plan recognising both billable and broader contribution
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Equipment provided to support working from home
• Fully subsidised gym membership
• In-house snacks and catered meals
• Employee discounts across hundreds of retailers and suppliers
• Wellbeing support, including confidential counselling, wellbeing and financial coaching
• Access to an in-house consulting psychologist
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• 26 weeks’ paid parental leave with no minimum service requirement for permanent employees
• Structured and transparent career development
• International secondment opportunities through a global alliance network
• Social and team-based recognition initiatives
• Opportunities to contribute to reconciliation, environmental and broader social justice initiatives

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Georgina See:

• Ph: (07) 3221 1229
• E: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au

If this particular opportunity isn’t quite right, we’d still be happy to hear from you. We work closely with leading top-tier, national and specialist firms and can discuss other opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.

Law Staff | 260 Queen Street, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229