Senior Associate | Property & Development

Sydney

Join a highly regarded property practice acting on complex development transactions for some of Australia's leading developers, investors and property owners.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join a well-established Sydney property team recognised for its depth of expertise across major development projects, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and leasing matters. The practice advises clients across a broad range of asset classes, including residential, industrial, commercial, mixed-use, infrastructure, retirement living, aged care, hotels and rural assets.

This role offers the chance to work directly with respected property partners on significant transactions while enjoying genuine autonomy, strong mentoring and a clear pathway for career progression.

The Opportunity

You will play a key role in advising a diverse range of property and development clients on matters including:

- Acquisitions and disposals of major commercial, residential, industrial and development sites
- Property development transactions and project structuring
- Joint venture arrangements and development agreements
- Put and call option arrangements
- Commercial, retail and large-scale portfolio leasing
- Due diligence, transaction management and negotiations
- Strategic legal and commercial advice to sophisticated property clients

You will have day-to-day carriage of matters, direct client contact and the opportunity to take ownership of significant transactions from inception through to completion.





About You To be successful, you will ideally possess:

- 5+ years' post-qualification experience
- Strong property law experience gained within a reputable private practice team
- Experience acting on acquisitions, disposals and development transactions involving commercial, residential, industrial or rural assets
- Leasing experience, particularly commercial and retail leasing
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- Experience managing transactions through PEXA and a strong understanding of property law principles
- The ability to run matters autonomously while working collaboratively within a broader team environment
- Strong commercial acumen and client relationship skills

Why Consider This Prospect?

- Exposure to a sophisticated and diverse property client base
- High-quality transactional and development work
- Direct access to experienced partners and mentors
- Strong levels of responsibility and client engagement
- Genuine long-term career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Flexible and people-focused environment with a strong emphasis on professional development and work-life balance

Who Would This Suit?

This opportunity would be well suited to a property lawyer currently practising at a national, international or highly regarded boutique firm who is seeking:

- More direct client exposure
- Greater responsibility on transactions
- Broader development and property exposure
- A clear pathway toward future leadership opportunities

📌 Senior Associate - Property (Sydney)
🏢 Kelly Gordine
📍 Sydney