Senior Commercial Lawyer

2 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Ablethorpe Recruitment Full time

We are seeking a talented Senior Commercial Lawyer to join our team in a community-focused role. In this position, you will have the opportunity to combine your commercial acumen with your social conscience, working on a range of corporate and commercial matters.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Leading Australian Firm: Join our Corporate/Commercial team as an Associate, working on non-for-profit M&A for clients in the for-purpose area, health, aged care, disability, housing, and community sectors.
  • Highly Regarded National Firm: Become a Senior Estates Lawyer in Melbourne, handling complex Wills, POA, testamentary trusts, property law, and corporate structures.
  • Boutique Firm: Contribute to the growth of our boutique firm by providing expert Commercial/Estates advice to high wealth individuals and family companies.

Our ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and demonstrate a strong understanding of commercial and estates law.

In return, we offer a competitive salary range of AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, plus generous benefits and opportunities for professional development.

About Us:

Ablethorpe Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment agency operating in Australia and internationally. Our team has received awards for excellence in legal recruitment, including Best Agency (Legal) VIC and Best Legal Recruiter (Stuart Ablethorpe) VIC 2022.



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