Permanent Part-Time | Flexible Working Arrangements | Potential to Progress to Full time
Ahura Lawyers is seeking an experienced, commercially minded lawyer with strong residential and commercial conveyancing experience to join our growing boutique legal practice on a permanent part-time basis.
Based in Doncaster, Victoria, Ahura Lawyers provides strategic, practical and results-focused legal services to individuals, professionals, property investors, business owners, companies and family enterprises.
This role is particularly suited to a capable lawyer who is confident managing conveyancing transactions independently, has practical experience using PEXA, and values professional autonomy, high-quality legal work and direct client engagement within a modern and supportive legal practice.
THE ROLE
The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Lawyer and manage a varied portfolio of residential and commercial property, conveyancing, business and commercial law matters.
A substantial component of the position will involve managing conveyancing files from initial instructions through to electronic settlement, including the preparation and review of contractual documents, client advice, due diligence, coordination with relevant stakeholders and completion of settlements through PEXA.
The role is expected to involve approximately two to three days per week. Working days, hours and arrangements may be negotiated having regard to the successful candidate's experience and availability.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Property and Conveyancing
Managing residential and commercial conveyancing matters from initial instructions through to settlement
Acting for purchasers and vendors in the acquisition and sale of residential, commercial and investment properties
Conducting electronic conveyancing transactions and settlements through PEXA
Establishing, maintaining and completing PEXA workspaces accurately and within applicable settlement timeframes
Reviewing and advising on contracts of sale, vendor statements and related property documentation
Preparing contracts of sale, vendor statements and associated conveyancing documents
Conducting property searches, investigations and due diligence
Advising clients on contractual obligations, settlement requirements,



special conditions and transactional risks
Managing settlement adjustments, finance-related requirements and pre-settlement obligations
Liaising with clients, real estate agents, conveyancers, mortgage brokers, financiers, banks and other legal practitioners
Ensuring conveyancing files are managed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with professional, regulatory and trust accounting obligations
Advising on commercial leases, lease renewals, assignments, transfers, variations and related property matters
Commercial and Business Law
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements
Advising on business structures, commercial transactions and risk management
Acting in the purchase and sale of businesses
Preparing and reviewing shareholder, partnership and joint venture agreements
Drafting terms and conditions, service agreements, contractor agreements and business policies
Advising on intellectual property and trade mark matters
Providing employment and workplace law advice
Assisting with commercial disputes, contractual disputes and pre-litigation strategy
General Responsibilities
Managing client matters independently and exercising sound qualified judgement
Maintaining clear, timely and professional communication with clients and other stakeholders
Meeting critical contractual, settlement and procedural deadlines
Maintaining accurate file records and complying with the firm's professional and risk-management procedures
Contributing to the continued development and growth of the firm's conveyancing, property and commercial law practices
ABOUT YOU
Hold a current Australian practising certificate
Have at least three years' post-admission experience, preferably in property, conveyancing, commercial or business law
Have substantial practical experience in residential conveyancing
Have experience in commercial property transactions or commercial conveyancing




Be proficient in the use of PEXA and capable of independently managing electronic settlements
Be experienced in reviewing and preparing contracts of sale, vendor statements and other conveyancing documentation
Understand settlement procedures, property due diligence, contractual timeframes and transactional risk
Be capable of managing conveyancing files independently from initial instructions through to settlement
Demonstrate strong drafting, legal research, negotiation and analytical skills
Have practical experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts
Understand the commercial objectives and pressures faced by business owners, property investors and commercial clients
Communicate confidently and professionally with clients, agents, financiers, conveyancers and legal practitioners
Demonstrate excellent attention to detail, particularly in relation to settlement figures, contractual deadlines and PEXA transactions
Be organised, dependable and capable of managing competing priorities
Demonstrate a strong commitment to ethical legal practice, client service and qualified responsibility
Be interested in developing long-term client relationships and contributing to the growth of a boutique legal practice
Experience in commercial leasing, business transactions, property development, employment law, intellectual property or commercial litigation will also be highly regarded.
WHAT WE OFFER
A permanent part-time position with negotiable working days and hours
Flexible working arrangements
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience
Potential progression to a full-time position as the practice continues to grow
Direct access to and collaboration with the Principal Lawyer
Meaningful responsibility for client matters and transactions
A strong and growing residential and commercial conveyancing practice
A varied and intellectually engaging property, business and commercial law caseload
Opportunities to contribute to the strategic development of the firm
A professional and contemporary office environment in Doncaster
Ahura Lawyers is committed to professional excellence, integrity, inclusion and equal employment opportunity.
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