Woods & Co Recruitmentare proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded specialist commercial law firm based in Melbourne.
Known for delivering expert, commercially-minded advice to businesses across the real estate, mortgage broking and hospitality industries, the firm has built its reputation on long-standing client relationships and a genuine, down-to-earth approach to complex legal problems.
With a close-knit team of 15 led by two partners, 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.
What's in it for you?
A genuine partner-level opportunity within a firm that values autonomy, technical excellence and long-term client relationships
Work closely with the firm's partners on complex, high-value matters
Play a leading role in shaping the team's technical capability, systems and processes
$200,000 - $300,000 per year plus bonuses
Join a firm with a strong reputation built on trust, referrals and genuine care for clients
What you'll do:
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
What we're looking for:
A 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, solutions-focused approach
Solid communication and client relationship skills
Excellent judgment, attention to detail and commercial awareness
A collaborative leadership style and genuine commitment to team success
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences.
We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members and genders of the LGBTQI community, and people with disability.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Senior Commercial Lawyer (Melbourne)
🏢 Woods
📍 Melbourne