About us
Lawnch is a fast-growing commercial, corporate, property, R&D;, grants and advisory firm based in Burleigh Heads. We work with founders and growth-stage businesses to help them move further and faster
- by operating differently. We are not a traditional firm, consciously – as we match our clients’ tone and pace. Our day-to-day is a fast-paced, high-performance environment focused on outcomes, not optics. We care about doing great work with good people. We prioritise physical and mental wellbeing, support each other and take pride in the relationships we build with our clients. We are looking for a current team member who will embody our values: Lead Boldly
- we’re not afraid to do things differently Operate Humbly
- down-to-earth, human, and client-first Move Quickly
- speed with precision, and Win Strategically
- smart thinking, strong execution. Position summary This role will suit a property lawyer, or a lawyer with a mixed property and commercial practice, who wants to help build that practice from the ground up. You will run property matters end to end, from conveyancing and leasing through to developer clients, and work closely with the Director and Special Counsel, where property work meets deal structure. You will also broaden your experience into more general commercial matters as well as corporate work, including by preparing JV Agreements, Shareholder Deeds and Share Subscription Deeds etc. This role is not a stepping stone
- it is designed for someone who wants to play a meaningful role in building a practice, with a clear pathway to lead it as it grows. What you will be responsible for
• Running commercial conveyancing matters end to end, including settlements through PEXA
• preparing and reviewing Form 2 seller disclosure statements and contracts of sale, including special conditions




• acting for landlords and tenants on commercial and retail shop leases
• advising developer clients on land acquisitions, off-the-plan contracts and project documentation, working alongside our corporate team on SPV and joint venture structuring
• preparing and reviewing property-related commercial contracts, and
• managing timelines, budgets and deliverables across a high-volume, multi-matter workload. What success looks like
• You produce clear, precise and commercially sound drafting (for example, tailored special conditions, off-the-plan contracts or complex lease provisions)
• matters settle on time with minimal need for Director intervention
• clients and referral partners receive practical, reliable advice in a manner tailored to them
• agents and developers come back to us because the experience was easy
• you become the trusted technical anchor for property within the team, and
• over time, you broaden your experience and grow into an Associate and then Senior Associate. About you You are a lawyer craving more than just processing files. You understand the law, but you’re equally motivated by outcomes
- and want to play a more meaningful role for the clients you assist. Specifically, you:
• want a role where you’ll guide clients on commercially practical solutions (in collaboration with the Director)
• have 1 to 3 years PAE in property law, or property and commercial law, in Queensland




• have strong working knowledge of the Property Law Act 2023 (Qld) seller disclosure regime and the Retail Shop Leases Act 1994 (Qld)
• can run matters independently with minimal supervision
• are used to working within a team of various technical abilities and experience
• have experience in the following types of matters:
• commercial and residential conveyancing
• Form 2 seller disclosure statements
• commercial and retail shop leasing
• (preferred but not essential) property development, off-the-plan sales and land acquisitions, and
• (preferred but not essential) business sales and commercial contracts,
• are digitally competent, excited by the opportunities AI presents and are quick to learn new systems, and
• thrive working in a fast-paced environment. Why this role Most property roles are about getting files out the door as quickly as efficiently as possible. This one isn’t. This role offers:
• real ownership of your matters, with support when needed
• the opportunity to shape a recent property practice inside a growing law firm, with the support and guidance of a Director and Special Counsel with a combined 30 years PAE in top-tier, boutique and in-house
• exposure to high-quality work across property, commercial and corporate, and
• a genuine pathway to an Associate and then Senior Associate. If you want to operate at a high standard and are looking for something more than a traditional legal firm
- this role is built for you. Apply Please submit your application via LinkedIn, including a cover letter and resume, outlining why you believe you will be a great fit for Lawnch. Successful candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview. www.lawnch.com.au

📌 Lawyer (Property and Commercial) - 1 to 3 years PAE (Gold Coast)
🏢 Lawnch
📍 Gold Coast