Property & Development Solicitor / Senior Associate / Special Counsel
About us
With a rich history founded in ****, Colin Biggers & Paisley is an Australian based legal practice with offices in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, advising local, national and international clients.
From our origins as a boutique Sydney practice, followed by strategic mergers, we've developed deep expertise to be the lawyers of choice in commercial law with main industry expertise in insurance, construction and property.
We also have a strong focus in industries including financial services, government, transport & logistics, aged & community health, education, faith-based enterprises, corporate advisory, cyber and technology.
We are strategic partners, problem-solvers and progress-drivers, dedicated to building and securing the future for our clients, colleagues and communities.
About the team
Colin Biggers & Paisley has more than a century of property industry experience, giving us a unique understanding and knowledge that sets us apart from our competitors.
We work with you to drive the best possible commercial outcome for each real estate project and portfolio.
Our experience is in residential, industrial, rural, commercial and government projects, across all property asset classes, including retirement, aged care, agriculture, mining, residential mixed use, hotels, office leasing portfolios, shopping centres and infrastructure.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor, Senior Associate or Special Counsel to work in an established property practice for Rhett Oliver.
The role will require:
Providing clients with legal advice
Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
Managing prospective client relationships




Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements
About you
Appropriate PQE for the position applied for in a similar property practice
Leasing and transactional experience essential, and preferably subdivision and development law experience (but not essential)
A desire to be an integral member of a robust and cohesive team who work together
Ability to manage large volumes of documents
Strong attention to detail
Practical and client focused problem solving and research skills
Previous exposure to Business Development and a natural ability to build strong client relationships
Ability to manage client expectations and run matters autonomously
Interested in establishing a long-term successful career with Colin Biggers & Paisley
Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
A strong focus on turnaround time
Commercial acumen
Practical and client focused problem solving skills
A strong, plain language communication style
Join the team
Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance.
We work hard for our clients but we also make sure we put our people first.
Whether it's taking advantage of our discounted gym memberships across Australia, joining one of our all-star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage, Colin Biggers & Paisley offers a suite of unique employee benefits.
Our people are given every opportunity for both career progression and personal growth.
We continually invest in our people and support and encourage them as they grow within the practice.
Inclusion and Diversity is a priority for us.
"Diversity" to us means diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and ability, and "inclusion" for us means inclusion for all.
We are committed to fostering a truly diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone.
Our aim is to be recognised as a leading provider of inclusion and diversity in the legal profession.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.
We look forward to receiving your application.

📌 Property & Development Solicitor / Senior Associate / Special Counsel (Melbourne)
🏢 Colin Biggers & Paisley
📍 Melbourne