Property – Associate/Senior Associate

MELBOURNE | FULL TIME

  • Become a member of one of the largest and fastest growing property teams in Australia.
  • Work alongside highly regarded Partners within the industry, delivering quality legal service to top tier prominent residential developers, institutional REITs, national tenants and developers of renewable energy projects.
  • Flexible working arrangements.

About Us

HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Nationally the firm features over 280 Partners and more than 1,700 people.

The opportunity

Our highly regarded Melbourne property team continues to grow. In this role, you’ll be working alongside our partners Michael Westaway and Matthew Powell and their team. You will work on top tier matters, work with our prominent client base and assist in leading and developing our exceptional group of junior lawyers. You’ll have the opportunity to run complex commercial, industrial, retail and residential transactions, acquisitions, bulk developments, and leasing matters.

Ideally, you might have

  • from 4+ years PAE;
  • strong transactional/commercial leasing experience (office, industrial and retail) acting for both landlords and tenants;
  • strong experience in Property development and commercial transactions; and
  • passion for mentoring our talented junior cohort.

What we offer

  • Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community. Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art office environment with access to modern end of trip facilities.
  • Career growth: We proudly offer our staff unrivalled career development opportunities, promoting talent based solely on merit and professional advancement. Our size, range of experience and pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Ask our Talent Team for details on our meritocracy model.
  • Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.
  • Inclusive and healthy workplace: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
  • Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is celebrated and recognised nationally.

How To Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to Gabrielle Saunders at gmsaunders@hwle.com.au. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply and a valid Victorian practising certificate. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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