Grow your career with a leading Canberra firm | Quality work | Genuine progression
Are you a commercially minded lawyer looking to build your experience in a supportive, high-performing team?
At MV Law, we are recognised leaders in the property and commercial space. We partner with a diverse range of businesses, organisations and not-for-profits to deliver practical, strategic advice. We are looking for a Commercial Lawyer (2-4 PQE) to join our growing team and develop their expertise across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career commercial lawyer to work closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers while taking on increasing responsibility for their own matters.
You will gain exposure to a broad range of high-quality work, build strong client relationships and further develop your technical and commercial skills in a collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities
Managing commercial matters appropriate to your level of experience, with support and guidance from senior lawyers
Advising clients on a range of commercial and corporate matters
Drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements and transaction documents
Assisting on business sales and acquisitions, corporate restructures and other commercial transactions
Conducting legal research and preparing advice for clients
Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues




Contributing to business development and networking initiatives
About You
You will have:
2-4 years' PQE in commercial law within an Australian private practice setting
Experience or exposure to some of the following areas:
Business, asset and share sales
Commercial contracts and agreements
Corporate structures and governance
Shareholder and unitholder agreements
Franchise and licensing arrangements
Corporations Act compliance
Advising businesses and not-for-profit organisations
Commercial disputes and shareholder disputes
Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills
A commercially focused and practical approach to legal advice
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
A willingness to learn, develop and take on increasing responsibility
Confidence using legal technology and practice management systems
Why Join MV Law?
High-quality work across a diverse and sophisticated client base
Clear career progression opportunities and genuine mentoring
Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Regular in-house training and learning opportunities
Supportive, collaborative and approachable team culture
Paid parental leave and additional leave benefits to support work-life balance
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Firm-led wellbeing initiatives, including in-house yoga sessions
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📌 Commercial Lawyer (2-4 Years Pqe) (Canberra)
🏢 MV Law
📍 Canberra