Special Counsel

Overview

Special Counsel – Commercial/Corporate/Strata/Property

Join our client’s team as a Senior Associate/Special Counsel in Property & Commercial Law.

About the Client

Join our client’s team – a highly regarded boutique firm in Brisbane’s CBD with over two decades of experience in delivering practical, timely, and legal advice across commercial property and business law. The firm is known for its expertise in advising on shopping centre investments, property development, business sales, and structuring complex commercial arrangements. The team maintains long-term client relationships and fosters a supportive and evolving legal practice. The leadership team, led by an experienced Director, has developed a culture that blends fresh energy with legal excellence. Practitioners are encouraged to grow, and the firm actively invests in ongoing professional development to ensure skills remain current and commercially effective.

About the position

Our client is offering a rare opportunity for an experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join their growing team in a flexible full-time or part-time capacity. This role is ideal for a commercially-minded lawyer looking to work across a broad range of matters, including:

- Commercial property transactions (shopping centres, commercial buildings)

- Strata titling and property development projects

- Business sales and purchases

- Shareholder agreements and corporate restructuring

- Commercial contracts and franchising matters

You’ll be stepping into a key leadership position, managing complex files while mentoring junior lawyers. With the support of an experienced and collaborative leadership team, you’ll play a vital role in continuing the firm’s strong reputation in the Brisbane legal market. This is a client-facing role where your ability to communicate complex legal concepts in clear, practical language will be highly valued.

Key requirements

- 7+ years PAE in commercial property and/or commercial law/contracts/Strata (private practice experience necessary)

- Prior experience handling files such as business transactions, leases, strata titling, and corporate restructuring

- Ability to manage clients confidently and autonomously

- Strong drafting and negotiation skills

- A commercially astute and culturally aware approach to legal practice

- Mandarin or Cantonese language skills (highly regarded but not essential)

On offer / Benefits

- Competitive salary package for the right candidate

- Flexibility to work full-time or part-time in the heart of Brisbane CBD

- Step into a respected leadership role with genuine career progression

- Work directly with an experienced Director who values mentoring and growth

- High-quality client base, particularly in the property and business sectors

- Ongoing investment in your legal and professional development

How to apply

If you are interested in applying for this role you can apply now through the link below. Your application will be held with the utmost confidentiality. Alternatively, you can email your CV to karl@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 713 572 to hear more about the role.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karl-stanley-ba23181b7/

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