Job description

Lawyer - Real Estate - Property Real Estate | Sydney Metropolitan Closing date: 10/11/2026

Our Real Estate practice acts for major developers, investment funds, fund managers and corporate clients on all aspects of property work. This includes acquisitions and disposals, development projects, commercial leasing, infrastructure-related property matters and ongoing real estate advisory work.

About the role We are seeking a full-time lawyer (3-5 PQE) to join our Real Estate practice in Sydney, working with property partner Jennifer McCosker and her team.

This is a hands-on role suited to a lawyer who is looking to build their experience in a busy, cooperative property practice with exposure to high-quality real estate and commercial leasing matters.

As part of a global firm, our Real Estate practice services clients nationally and internationally, drawing on the experience of our overseas offices and the broader K&L; Gates network to support complex and commercially significant property matters.

What does the role involve?

Working closely with Jennifer McCosker, other members of the team and other practice groups on a variety of real estate and commercial leasing matters

Assisting clients with their acquisitions and disposals of development sites and built form assets

Advising on property developments, urban renewal projects and ongoing real estate advisory matters

Assisting clients with their investment and co-investment structuring

Acting for landlords and tenants on commercial and major leasing requirements

Acting on property aspects of renewable energy and infrastructure projects





Supporting other teams within the firm on the property aspects of their major projects and transactions

Supporting the team to deliver high-quality mid-level / junior lawyer support on ongoing and upcoming client matters

Contributing to knowledge and learning resources.

About You We value our culture at K&L; Gates and are proud of our friendly and respectful reputation. We are looking for a likeminded individual who, in addition to possessing technical excellence, is able to work collaboratively in a team to get things done.

You will ideally have experience working in a well-respected firm on property transactions and commercial leasing matters, including acquisitions, disposals, development projects and leasing. You should be proactive in your approach and possess strong problem solving skills. You are hardworking, dedicated and have a high level of integrity when dealing with clients and colleagues. A high level of client service is expected, as are excellent organisational, written and oral communication skills.

Benefits and wellbeing

Structured mentoring program

Professional development programs

Salary continuance insurance

Social events – social club and sporting teams

Health and wellbeing opportunities





Volunteering opportunities

26 weeks paid parental leave

Momentum Program for woman and men who are taking a period of parental leave and wish to stay on career track

About Us The firm’s Australian operations provide vast knowledge of the Australian legal marketplace across a wide spectrum of industries. With lawyers located in four established offices in Australia’s leading financial and commercial centres and possessing substantial experience, K&L; Gates acts for industry leaders, major corporations, capital markets participants, major financial institutions, and governments on ground-breaking legal transactions, both domestically and internationally.

K&L; Gates is a global community of entrepreneurs and self-starters. We are focused on innovation, collaboration, and are constantly striving for excellence in our client service and culture. We know that our firm is only as strong as the collective efforts of our people. By experiencing K&L; Gates, you will thrive in a dynamic legal landscape where we invest in your career path and talent development. With a global presence and lawyers with top-tier skills in a multitude of practice areas, K&L; Gates is truly a one-of-a-kind firm at which to grow your career.

K&L; Gates reserve the right to close advertising earlier at our discretion.

K&L; Gates is an equal opportunity employer and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of those with a disability. We welcome applications from people who have an indigenous and/or culturally and linguistically diverse background.

📌 Real Estate Property Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 K&L Gates
📍 Sydney