Lawyer - Associate

The Firm

A leading national law firm with a strong foothold in the Canberra market. The firm operates with approximately 60 people locally and is known for its modern approach, people-centred culture and strong mentorship environment.

Recognised as a high-performing and collaborative workplace, the firm supports long-term career development and provides its lawyers with access to high-value, strategically significant real estate and construction work. Partners John and Rebecca are regarded as excellent to work with, providing clear direction, commercial insight and hands-on development support.

The Role

The firm is seeking a Lawyer or Associate (1-5 years PAE) to join its Real Estate and Construction team, with a focus on the development side. The successful candidate will work closely with senior partners on a broad range of property and development matters, including:

• Advising on property acquisition and disposal transactions


• Acting on residential, mixed-use, commercial and industrial development projects


• Drafting and negotiating development agreements, project delivery agreements and construction-related documentation


• Managing major leasing transactions


• Advising on off-the-plan sales, planning considerations and property-related finance


• Supporting client relationships, contributing to business development and assisting with strategic legal advisory work

The role offers exposure to complex, high-value projects and a practice that integrates real estate, construction and planning expertise.

The Candidate

The firm is open to applicants from 1 to 5 years PAE, with developed skills in property, development and construction work. To be competitive for this role, the candidate should demonstrate:

• Experience across a variety of property transactions, including commercial, residential and off-the-plan matters


• Strong drafting, communication and client engagement capability


• The ability to manage competing priorities in a team-driven environment


• Curiosity about client industries and the broader development sector


• A proactive mindset and a solutions-focused approach


• The ability to build strong internal and external relationships

Those with the appetite to grow, contribute and step into greater responsibility will perform well in this environment.

Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support personal, professional and financial wellbeing:

• Market-leading parental leave, including 30 weeks paid leave for all permanent employees, no tenure requirement, superannuation paid throughout and external coaching support


• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid options of up to 2 days working from home and flexible hours


• Up to 4 weeks purchased annual leave per year, plus an additional gifted leave day in the employee’s birthday month


• A wide range of wellbeing benefits including social events, EAP, private health insurance discounts, flu vaccinations, skin checks and recognition programmes


• Continuous learning opportunities including mentoring, professional development and study support


• Structured opportunities for community involvement through pro bono and volunteering initiatives


• A culture that emphasises inclusion, responsibility, authenticity and excellence

Apply using an MS Word version of your CV or contact Kalinda Campbell at people2people on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.