About the role

This is a senior leadership and delivery role for an accomplished commercial and disputes lawyer who enjoys solving complex problems, managing high-quality work and developing talented lawyers. Your focus will be on delivering exceptional legal services, managing matters and working closely with the firm's partners and broader legal team.

Key responsibilities
Lead and oversee a broad range of commercial matters
Provide strategic and commercially practical advice to established businesses and business owners
Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements
Supervise, mentor and support lawyers within the team
Manage workflows and maintain consistently high standards of service
Work closely with the firm's partners on complex and significant matters
Help strengthen the team's technical capability, systems and processes
Build trusted, long-term relationships with existing clients
Contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm

About you




Highly experienced commercial lawyer with the technical ability, commercial judgment and leadership qualities expected at partner level
Significant experience in commercial and corporate law
Strong drafting, negotiation and advisory skills
Experience managing complex matters with a high degree of autonomy
The ability to supervise, mentor and develop other lawyers
A practical and solutions-focused approach
Robust communication and client relationship skills
Excellent judgment, attention to detail and commercial awareness
A team-oriented leadership style and genuine commitment to team success

About us New Chapter Legal is a specialist commercial law firm with a team of 15, led by two partners. We have developed a robust reputation as trusted advisers to businesses across the real estate, mortgage broking and hospitality industries.

📌 Senior Commercial Lawyer / Partner Level Opportunity Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 New Chapter Legal
📍 Australia