Senior Associate / Special Counsel (Corporate and Commercial) in Melbourne

Griffin Legal is a nationally operating legal and advisory firm with offices in Melbourne and Canberra. We work for government, business and not-for-profits, providing high quality services.

We are looking for a passionate senior commercial lawyer to be based in our Melbourne office, who can work both collaboratively and independently to deliver high quality, timely and practical advice to our clients. Candidates must have a minimum of 4 years of post-admission legal experience. This role is perfect for an experienced and highly skilled commercial lawyer looking to join the leadership team of a collaborative and modern law firm. We offer full-time, part-time and hybrid work arrangements.

Are you looking:

• to work on a diverse range of clients and matters for government, business and not for profits
• for a modern and supportive workplace that has positively changed the way legal services are provided?

We are looking for candidates who:

• are based in Melbourne
• can take the lead on running a range of commercial matters
• empower, encourage and inspire those around them
• want to be part of growing and shaping a growing practice.

We offer opportunities aligned with our Values:

• Excellence – for all staff to be recognised as the best of the best in their field for consistently producing high-quality and strategic work.
• Growth – to be progressive and innovative, work on interesting and rewarding projects, grow the firm and progress your career.
• Integrity – to work as a team in a workplace that values transparency, honesty, dependability and accountability.
• Connection – to be a valued team member, sharing knowledge and be recognised as an integral part of achieving our firm's mission.
• Wellbeing – to have balance in your life and in your work remaining safe, respected, healthy and engaged.

Diversity of work and experiences

As a valued member of our team, the successful candidate will work in our Canberra office as they advise on a wide range of matters including:

• General contracting
• Commercial property transactions
• Corporate restructures
• Partnership, shareholders and unitholder agreements
• Sale and purchase of businesses and property
• Commercial leasing
• Corporate governance
• ACNC and ASIC compliance matters
• Complex and routine corporate and commercial advices
• Supporting our property team with complex property transactions.

Our work is for government, business and not for profit clients.

Employee benefits

We offer great employee benefits including:

• Staff training days and support for training and education
• Career progression available
• Recognition program
• Birthday leave
• Paid parental leave
• Salary negotiable and based on experience. Support will be provided for the suitable candidate to obtain their unrestricted practising certificate.

Applicants from all diverse backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

For more information about this position, or to arrange a confidential discussion please contact Executive Director, Claire Carton at *************@griffinlegal.com.au