At a Glance
- Tasks: Draft and negotiate property agreements while managing tenant disputes and acquisitions.
- Company: Join one of Australia’s largest property fund managers with a welcoming culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, great team environment, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on collaboration across various business functions.
- Why this job: Be part of significant real estate transactions in a high-performing legal team.
- Qualifications: 7+ years’ experience in commercial property law and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 190000 - 205000 $ per year.
Base pay range A$190,000.00/yr - A$205,000.00/yr
The Organisation
Our client, one of Australia’s largest property fund managers, is seeking an engaging and experienced property lawyer to join the in-house legal team in the Melbourne CBD office. This is an exciting time to join a highly successful corporate with a proven track record in its field and an impressive national portfolio.
The Role
The role reports to a Managing Legal Counsel and involves working closely with other members of the legal team and partnering with stakeholders across all business functions and supporting core teams. Responsibilities will include:
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating general commercial and property agreements such as confidentiality agreements, consultancy agreements, minor works agreements and construction agreements
- Assisting with leasing matters
- Managing tenant disputes
- Assisting teams on property acquisition, disposal and capital and/or co-investment opportunities and mandate matters as required
- Updating precedent documents, conducting research, and providing training to the business
About you
This role would suit:
- a proactive lawyer with transactional commercial property law experience
- a minimum of 7 years’ PQE from a well-regarded law firm or similar in-house environment
- Prior experience in high-value property acquisitions
- Proficiency in managing leases ideally in the retail sector
- Ideally some knowledge of construction law (not essential)
What’s on offer
You will be joining a high-performing legal team with a welcoming culture and playing a key role in significant real estate transactions. This industry-leading organisation is also offering a competitive salary package, together with a variety of other benefits.
Legal Counsel in Melbourne employer: Sacks Legal Recruitment
Join a dynamic ASX-listed organisation that values collaboration and innovation, offering Legal Counsel the chance to engage with diverse business units and contribute to meaningful projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages professional development and provides exposure to a wide range of legal and regulatory matters. This role not only allows you to provide impactful legal advice but also positions you as a key partner in driving the company's commercial success.
