Commercial Lawyer

1 month ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Cooper Grace Ward Full time

Are you an ambitious Commercial Lawyer looking to take your career to the next level in Brisbane?

We are seeking a highly skilled mid-level experienced Commercial lawyer to join our prestigious Commercial and Private Client team at Cooper Grace Ward.

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented individual with a passion for commercial transactions, structuring, trusts, superannuation, and succession planning. You will work closely with our private client partners Clinton Jackson, Linda Tapiolas, and Scott Hay-Bartlem, supporting multiple authors on various projects.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including stakeholder agreements, share and asset sale agreements
  • Advising clients on business structuring and providing guidance on asset protection strategies
  • Drafting commercial documents and offering expert advice for restructuring
  • Small to medium business merges and acquisitions, and commercial transactions

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • 2+ years of experience as a practising lawyer with a genuine interest in commercial and private client law
  • Excellent client service orientation and strong general technical skills
  • Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
  • A keen eye for detail and the ability to consistently produce accurate, high-quality work
  • Dedication to delivering exceptional client service and a desire to strengthen relationships with clients

We offer a competitive salary range of $140,000-$180,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, plus additional benefits such as:

  • '5-star' Employer of Choice by HRD and Australasian Lawyer and 2024 Beaton Client Choice Award winners for 'best law & related services firm' ($30m - $100m revenue)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives
  • Breakfast provided daily in our team café
  • Career progression and development opportunities
  • Wellness facilities and onsite classes (i.e. yoga and mindfulness)
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Competitive parental leave policy
  • Other benefits: purchased leave program (pre-tax), novated leasing, corporate medical insurance plans, networking, and social events

About Cooper Grace Ward

We are a leading independent law firm based in Brisbane, dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients. Our values of mutual respect, curiosity, and excellence drive everything we do, and we strive to be leaders in every aspect of our work.



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