Lawyer: General Commercial Law

7 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Naiman Clarke Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Lawyer, Associate: Commercial Litigation

What's in it for you:

  • Top-tier matters in a boutique sized firm; top-tier level competitors
  • Truly warm and flexible culture, close knit team
  • A well-established law firm with over 70 years of experience, providing legal services across Australia

About your new employer:

  • Known for its hands-on mentoring, approachable Partners, and supportive team culture.
  • Strong pipeline of complex matter and long-standing client relationships.

About the role:

  • The role will involve a variety of legal work, including:

    • Drafting and advising on Dealer Agreements within the automotive industry, along with related documents like franchise policies, manuals, and franchising code documentation.
  • Providing expert guidance on Franchising Code compliance matters.
  • Negotiating and drafting IP licenses and handling assignments.
  • Working on IT and Tech Agreements, including SaaS Agreements, and drafting Terms and Conditions for marketplace platforms.
  • Handling Distribution Agreements, Supply Agreements, and Trading Terms.
  • Offering advice on Consumer Law (ACL) and Privacy matters.

  • Managing a broad range of commercial contracts across various sectors.

  • Work Environment & Flexibility:

  • Hybrid: 1 day WFH, 4 days in-office
  • Team culture: Very flexible, open-door policy, and a collaborative approach
  • Billables: 5.5 – 6.5 but not strictly enforced

The ideal candidate:

  • Lawyer (2+PQE) with proven track record in general commercial law, IPT, and franchising with strong academic results.
  • Relevant Legal Qualification/Admission.

If this role does not align to your experience and/or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

  • We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
  • You will receive free CV and content advice as well as interview preparation assistance specific to the role.
  • We are intimately aware of market trends including team/firmwide inside information and what salary you can achieve in the current market.
  • Naiman Clarke are celebrating 25 years of excellence in the legal recruitment industry this year.  Our team of experienced, legally trained, consultants have over 40 years of combined experience working exclusively in the legal recruitment sector.

Contact Nicholas today

Please quote reference number NR/52652

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