Job Description

Our client is a highly regarded and well-established boutique law firm. The firm has built an enviable client base (ranging from SMEs to ASX-listed companies and government agencies) and a collaborative, high-performance culture.

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The Role

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Our client is seeking to appoint a senior commercial lawyer to lead their commercial practice as a Special Counsel or Principal, depending on experience. With a large volume of work awaiting from their loyal client base, this is an exceptionally rare opportunity to step into a leadership role without needing to bring a book.

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You'll enjoy leading complex matters, mentoring a capable team and helping to shape practice strategy.

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In this role, you will:

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- Lead and manage a broad commercial portfolio: business and share sales, complex contracts, negotiations and corporate advisory.
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- Draft and advise on terms of business, service/supply, distribution & procurement, personal property securities arrangements, commercial leases and related agreements.
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- Build and nurture client/referrer relationships; drive business development and contribute to practice strategy.
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- Oversee quality, workflow and consistent use of systems; supervise and mentor junior lawyers.
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About You

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- 6+ years as a senior commercial lawyer (an existing Senior Associate, Special Counsel or Principal), ideally from a quality boutique or mid-tier setting.
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- Proven leadership: growing teams, lifting capability and setting standards.
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- Strong record of client development and maintaining referrer networks.
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- Excellent drafting, commerciality and the ability to run matters end-to-end.
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- Team-first mindset with high standards, integrity and client-service focus.
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What's on Offer

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- A leadership role within an elite boutique firm.
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- Attractive package with a generous incentive structure.
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- Flexible work options and a modern office environment.
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- A fantastic team with a supportive culture, active social calendar and regular firm events.
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Find Out More

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Alternatively, if you would like to find out more, please call Anthony Dare on 0412 717 943 for a confidential discussion. You can also email Anthony at [email protected].

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If this role is not quite what you are looking for, but you would like to speak with someone, please contact us.

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Our skill and vast networks will get you where you need to be!

📌 Special Counsel / Principal - Corporate & Commercial Law (Queensland)
🏢 Dare
📍 Queensland