Mid to Senior Commercial / Property Solicitor
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Landmark Legal is located in Charlestown NSW, but has a national client base via various referral partners. We focus on families and SMEs in meeting their needs to grow, to protect and to transition their wealth. Our principal areas of work are in Property investment and development, Commercial, Wills and Estates, and Family Law.
The Position
Landmark Legal is looking for an experienced Commercial Lawyer with Property or Planning experience.
The primary responsibility will be to lead the commercial division of the practice, and support the firm's Principal in delivering high level advice and product to property investor / developer clients and SMEs.
Commercial work will involve managing matters such as shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, option agreements, private lending arrangements, business purchase and sales, commercial and retail leasing, and company and trust advice and creation, together with minor commercial dispute matters.
On the Property side, work will involve more complex property purchases and sales using company and trust entities, SMSFs, option agreements and off plan sales contracts. Knowledge to advise on strata matters or planning law, and conveyancing in other states, would be an advantage.
Skills and Experience
5+ years PAE
Desire to lead the Commercial law team with focus on complex property needs
Strong knowledge of commercial aspects of companies, trusts and SMSFs
Strong knowledge of shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, option agreements and private lending documentation
Knowledge of commercial leasing and business transactions
Knowledge of strata and planning laws (or demonstrated ability to learn and take on)
Excellent organisational and communication skills




Ability to work in and contribute to a positive team environment
Ability to manage and supervise a team of solicitors and admin support
Desire to seek ownership / partnership preferred
Ability to network and expand client base.
Growing team with great referral partners
Opportunity to move to a more senior or partner level
Competitive salary negotiable depending on level of experience, ability to manage required works and to generate new business and client referrals
Prime location with high quality up-to-date facilities and the latest cloud-based systems
Required to work autonomously with minimal supervision, whilst having experienced and knowledgeable solicitors and administrative staff work with you.
How to Apply
We'd love to hear from you and ask that you submit the following for us to consider your application:
Resume
Cover Letter outlining your skills, experience, and why you want to join Landmark Legal.
In your cover letter / resume, please outline:
your experience in Commercial Law
your experience in Property Law
your knowledge of Strata and Planning Law
your knowledge and experience in advising on and setting up structures - such as companies, trusts and SMSFs.
Apply Now!
This is a rare opportunity with a growing firm. Don't miss out. We look forward to hearing from you.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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📌 Mid To Senior Commercial / Property Solicitor (New South Wales)
🏢 Landmark Legal
📍 New South Wales