The Opportunity Our Client, a well-established and highly regarded Sydney law firm, is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join its growing practice, offering genuine long-term career progression and potential equity participation.

This opportunity would suit an ambitious

Senior Associate (8+ years PAE)

seeking a pathway to partnership, or an established

Special Counsel, Principal or Partner

looking to grow their practice within a supportive and established firm.

For senior practitioners with an existing client following, this is an attractive opportunity to focus on practising law and developing client relationships without the administrative burden and overheads of running their own firm.

The Role You will advise privately owned businesses, family enterprises, entrepreneurs and private clients across a broad range of commercial matters, including:

Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements

Business and company acquisitions and disposals

Corporate structures, shareholder agreements, trusts and joint ventures

Commercial property transactions and leasing

General business and commercial advisory matters

Business succession planning and asset protection

Wills, estates and probate matters (where experienced)





You will enjoy autonomy, direct client relationships and the opportunity to contribute to the firm's continued growth.

About You

Minimum 8 years' PAE in commercial law

Strong experience in commercial contracts, business transactions and general advisory work

Experience advising SMEs, privately owned businesses and family enterprises

Excellent drafting, negotiation and client relationship skills

Commercially minded, proactive and confident managing matters independently

Experience in trusts, succession planning or wills and estates will be highly regarded

An existing client following is welcomed but

not essential .

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Genuine partnership and equity potential

Established firm with a loyal client base and strong reputation

Interesting and wide-ranging commercial work

Autonomy to manage and develop client relationships

Existing infrastructure, administrative support and cross-referral opportunities

Opportunity for established practitioners to reduce overheads and focus on legal practice

Long-term career opportunity within a collaborative firm

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📌 Senior Commercial Lawyer (Haymarket)
🏢 Elias Recruitment
📍 Haymarket