Property - Associate/Senior Associate

Job Description

Applications are open for lawyers with 3+ years' PQE to join our reputable Property team focusing on commercial office and industrial landlord leasing About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do. The Role Due to our growth, we’re looking for an Associate or Senior Associate (3PQE+) to join our amazing Melbourne Property Team. The Melbourne Property Team is one of Mills Oakley’s leading practices. It is led by a team of 5 Partners and over 30 staff with the quality of the Team’s expertise recognised by the market with Partners listed in Best Lawyers and Doyle’s Guide. The Team has a track record of acting for many of Australia’s most significant property groups. The Team is a great place to work with friendly people and a fantastic retention. You will work closely with a friendly young Partner as your mentor who is recognised in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers for his expertise in Leasing Law. You will play a role in providing legal counsel and support to clients involved in a wide variety of mainly commercial office and industrial landlord leasing matters. You will prepare, review and negotiate various lease documents, provide clients with strategic commercial advice and assist with some cross-referred property work from other teams. You can also become involved in some agreement for lease and contract of sale/due diligence matters and basic property dispute matters. Who We Are Looking For We’re looking for someone with at least 3 years’ experience in a reputable property practice with a strong commercial office and industrial leasing background and preferably with institutional landlord clients. Some agreement for lease, contract of sale/due diligence and basic property dispute experience is welcome. You will display good attention to detail, time management, negotiating ability, enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to maintain positive client relationships. What We Offer We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including: Dress for your day; Clear progression and a strong focus on your personal and professional development; Mentorship from a well-regarded Partner that you will be working closely with; Discounted health insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia; Competitive referral bonus; and Other amazing perks! Apply All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page. #J-18808-Ljbffr