Associate – Commercial Real Estate

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Baker McKenzie Full time

Think Opportunity, Think Baker McKenzie

We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate to join our Commercial Real Estate practice group (Environment & Planning) in Sydney. This full-time role is based in Sydney, Australia, and is suited for candidates with 1 - 4 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).  

Our practice

This role involves working as an Associate within the Environment and Planning team which sits within the Commercial Real Estate practice group, contributing to high-impact legal matters that support Australia's renewable energy transition. You will be part of a nationally and globally integrated team, engaging in a dynamic mix of advisory, transactional and strategic litigation work. 

About you:

You will have:

  • 1-4 years' PQE in environment, climate change, and major projects for the energy and tech transitions such as wind farms, solar farms, pumped hydro, data centres, and automated warehousing.
  • Preferably have worked in other top-tier or leading global teams (ideally with tipstaff experience in the Land and Environment Court or equivalent).
  • Qualifications from a leading university, with an impressive academic record (i.e. distinction average and above) and electives focussed on environment, sustainability, administrative and private international law considered favourably.
  • Exceptional written and verbal advocacy skills, demonstrated by the ability to communicate clearly, persuasively and with emotional intelligence.
  • Fondness for a mixed advisory, transactional and strategic litigation practice, noting the team has previously run and is currently running some of the most important cases in Australia to support the renewable energy transition.
  • Relative fluency in and commitment to learning the full scope of environment legislation and case law, including on planning and environmental approvals, contaminated land, environmental prosecutions, climate change risks (sustainability reporting, directors' duties, and greenwashing), environmental markets (carbon credits and nature repair), and compulsory acquisition.
  • Familiarity with policy and political positions on environmental matters, required for leading negotiations with regulators and key decision-makers.
  • Love of law and curiosity for work in jurisdictions outside NSW.
  • Appetite for working in an elite team (integrated across Australian offices and globally) and a commitment to building the leading environment law practice in Sydney.
  • Enthusiastic networking and relationship-building capabilities.
  • Courage to think independently and determination to be part of revolutionising how environment law is practised in the Australian legal market.

  • Commercial Real Estate Lawyer

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Dentons Full time

    About DentonsDentons is the world's largest law firm. We're 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the...

  • Commercial Real Estate Lawyer

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Dentons Full time

    About DentonsDentons is the world's largest law firm. We're 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the...

  • Associate, Real Estate, Investments

    7 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia GIC Full time

    Location: SydneyJob Function: Real Estate Job Type: PermanentReq ID: 16880 GIC is one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the...

  • Associate, Real Estate, Investments

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia GIC Full time

    GIC is one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world's industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point...

  • Analyst/Associate, Real Estate, Investments

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia GIC Full time

    Location:Sydney, AUJob Function: Real EstateJob Type: PermanentReq ID: 16880GIC is one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world's...

  • Sales Associate

    2 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Morton Real Estate Full time

    Join Ettiene Wests Sales TeamAre you an real estate professional ready to make your mark in the Sydney CBD residential market? We're looking for a motivated individual to join our successful sales team as a Sales Associate with Ettiene West. Ettiene is a top sales performer and accomplished prestige multi lister who will provide the mentorship and guidance...

  • Real Estate

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Blackstone Full time

    Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include...

  • Real Estate Finance Senior Associate

    1 week ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ashurst Full time

    DescriptionAshurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.What makes Ashurst a...

  • Counsel, Real Estate, M&A Corporate

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Clifford Chance Full time

    The roleA great opportunity exists for a Counsel to join our Sydney Corporate Real Estate practice. The role involves providing legal advice and support on a range of real estate transactions and matters in a collaborative and supportive environment.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvise on legal aspects of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals,...

  • Counsel, Real Estate, M&A Corporate

    4 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Clifford Chance Full time

    We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm's global standards with in-depth local expertise.Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and...