Property & Projects | Sydney
- Permanent, full-time position
- Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
- Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
- Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
- Adaptable leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Free daily breakfast and office social events
- Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community
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About the role and team
We have an opportunity for a Lawyer or Associate to join our highly regarded Property & Projects team, to be based in our Sydney office.
This role will involve genuine breadth working with leading partners across our sectors of focus including social infrastructure, renewable energy projects, property funds and the public sector. This will include:
- advising community housing providers and other industry participants on development agreements, funding arrangements and project delivery models;
- assisting on the land assembly components of renewable energy transactions, including land access agreements, easements and options for solar, wind, and battery storage projects;
- working with our HW Funds team on acquisitions, disposals and due diligence; and
- supporting our public sector clients at both state and Commonwealth level with their diverse property needs.
The work is complex, collaborative, and deeply rewarding.
Our Property & Projects team is made up of approximately 120 people nationally and you will have the support of the broader team in delivering excellent service to our clients.
We are seeking a motivated lawyer eager to learn and work in a collaborative team environment that offers the opportunity to work on an interesting and varied range of projects and property matters.
About you
You will ideally have the following skills and experience:
- between 2 - 4 years of post-admission experience as a real estate and/or projects lawyer at a reputable mid to large size firm;
- experience in (or a strong desire to gain experience in) social infrastructure, energy and renewables or property funds;
- the ability to handle the demands of working for multiple partners across jurisdictions as required;
- the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team;
- excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills with keen attention to detail;
- outstanding verbal and written communication skills;
- a strong commitment to client service and the ability to manage client relationships;
- a focus on achieving commercial solutions for our clients; and
- the ability to organise and prioritise effectively.
About us
At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia.
Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.
We are known for having a great culture that puts people first. A culture where our purpose and values - our Hallmarks - are lived, not laminated.
We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re famous for Smarter Law: smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve.
Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
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Apply now
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We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Kim Chalmers, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, at
[email protected] for a confidential discussion.
This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
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📌 Lawyer or Associate (Sydney)
🏢 Hall & Wilcox Lawyers
📍 Sydney