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Commercial Lawyer (Associate / Senior Associate)

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Location:
Salary: $150,000 - $180,000 incl super
Job Type: Permanent
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Reference: 1634273
Posted: 16 days ago

Job description

Join a genuinely people-first commercial law firm where collaboration, mentoring and work-life balance aren't just promises, they're part of the firm's everyday culture.

The Firm

Our client is a well-established boutique commercial law firm with a longstanding reputation for delivering practical, commercially focused legal advice to businesses, business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

Acting for clients across a range of industries, the firm is known for delivering strategic, commercially focused advice while building long-term relationships based on trust, responsiveness and exceptional client service.

Flexibility, teamwork, professional development and work-life balance are not simply buzzwords but form part of the firm's everyday culture. Partners maintain an open-door approach, actively mentor their lawyers and foster an environment where people are trusted, supported and encouraged to build long-term careers.

The Opportunity

Working closely with experienced Partners, you will advise businesses and business owners across a broad range of commercial matters while enjoying significant client contact, responsibility and autonomy.

Your work is likely to include:
  • Commercial contracts, drafting and negotiations
  • Business sales and acquisitions
  • Business and investment structuring
  • Shareholder, partnership and joint venture arrangements
  • Commercial leasing
  • Intellectual property, licensing and franchising matters
  • General commercial advisory and risk management
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary package based on experience
  • High-quality commercial work with an established and loyal client base
  • Direct mentoring and support from approachable, experienced Partners Genuine flexibility and work-life balance
  • Clear career progression and ongoing professional development
  • A collaborative, down-to-earth culture where your contribution is genuinely valued
About You

To be successful, you will ideally have:
  • Admission to practice law in Victoria with 4+ years' PAE in commercial law
  • Strong commercial drafting and advisory experience, coupled with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • The ability to build trusted client relationships and provide practical, commercially focused advice
  • A collaborative, low-ego mindset with a genuine desire to learn, contribute and grow
How to Apply

Click APPLY or contact Janine Cloete (Senior Recruitment Consultant - Legal) on 0426 933 930 or janine@charterhouse.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Charterhouse Partnership Australia - www.charterhouse.com.au