Senior Associate - Property

 

Main characteristics

Location

Perth, Western Australia

Company

MinterEllison

Salary

Above market top tier salary package plus benefits

Category

Legal

Job summary

MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.

Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities. That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.

We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach. Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.

As a highly valued employee we will also provide you with a wide range of benefits. To view our benefits, please copy this link into your browser https://www.minterellison.com/-/media/Minter-Ellison/Files/Careers/Employee-Benefits-Brochure-2023.ashx

Your Role

We are looking for a Senior Associate to join our award-winning property team working closely with the partners and senior lawyers across a range of real estate transactions. As a member of this team, you will have a focus on capital transactions, major projects (including urban renewal), structured real estate transactions and financing.

This opportunity would suit someone who is looking to work on projects from conception to fruition. The team acts for a number of major property owners, developers, government clients and financiers on all aspects of the real estate transactions with a focus on major projects.

We are looking to recruit a lawyer who can successfully manage high value transactions and is looking to diversify their practice. In this role you will work closely with the partners and senior lawyers to draft and negotiate complex documents and manage large transactions. You will deal directly with clients and have the opportunity to supervise junior lawyers.

Our Team

At MinterEllison, our people are our brand. Every day, every person in our firm plays a vital role in helping clients to close deals, find solutions, resolve disputes, grasp opportunities and create value. We are a friendly and supportive firm that takes pride in our work, our individual and collective achievements, our clients' success, and our strong reputation in the marketplace.

MinterEllison's Perth Real Estate team is led by partners Lee Rossetto and Gehann Perera and provides comprehensive legal support to major institutional property investors, developers, landlords, retirement village operators, government trading enterprises and authorities, financiers and tenants on all facets of commercial, industrial, retail and residential property including due diligences, acquisitions, disposals, development, leasing and disputes. Our energetic and high-profile team is proud to be working on iconic projects that are shaping the Western Australian landscape now and into the future. You will enjoy the benefits of working in a highly collaborative and collegiate environment with subject matter experts across the board.

We invite applications from accomplished real estate lawyers who possess: Substantial expertise in commercial property law, specifically emphasizing capital transactions, developments, and financing. Proficient drafting skills to convey complex legal concepts with clarity and precision. A robust client focus, exemplified by the ability to cultivate enduring relationships with peers, clients, and industry experts. A discerning eye for detail, ensuring meticulousness in every aspect of legal work. The capacity to operate both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment, actively sharing files and clients. A genuine enthusiasm to contribute to the growth of a thriving and cooperative real estate practice. A commitment to excellence aligning seamlessly with our own high standards.

Why MinterEllison

We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.

We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

How to apply

We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.

If you would like further information, require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process or for a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected] .