Senior Commercial Property Lawyer role in Sydney CBD - Senior Associate or Special Counsel level. Interviewing now for 2026 start!
Our client is a specialist commercial firm based in Sydney, with a strong focus on commercial property, retail and commercial leasing, franchising and corporate advisory. They act for landlords, tenants, franchisors and national brands, providing end-to-end advice on leasing, acquisitions and property compliance. This is a Medium sized law firm with 8 partners and over 40 staff.
Salary and features of this Firm and position: - $150,000 - $180,000 Salary Range
- An immediate pipeline of high-quality retail and commercial leasing work
- Direct access to major brands, franchisors and multi-site retail operators
- Senior Associate or Special Counsel title, aligned to your experience and value
- Opportunity to become the key point of contact for a significant leasing portfolio
- Close collaboration with experienced partners and a supportive, collegiate team
- Modern offices in Castleregh Street Sydney with easy access to public transport, cafés and amenities
About the position:
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to take a lead role in a very busy Retail and Commercial Leasing practice.
You will:
- Manage a demanding, high-volume portfolio of retail and commercial leases
- Run complex leasing matters end-to-end – from agreed terms to execution and completion
- Act for both landlords and tenants, including national retailers, franchisors and multi-site operators
- Draft, review and negotiate agreements for lease, leases, incentive deeds, licences, variations and assignments
- Handle leasing components of business and franchise sales, including due diligence and consents
- Work directly with key client decision-makers who expect rapid, clear and commercial advice
- Help implement processes and efficiencies to keep a large volume of files moving smoothly
Key Requirements: - Admitted as a Solicitor in NSW with a current practising certificate
- Circa 5–12+ years’ PAE in commercial property / real estate (Senior Associate or Special Counsel level)
- Strong experience across:
- Commercial and retail leasing
- Property acquisitions and disposals
- Property due diligence for business or share sales
- Ability to manage your own files with appropriate supervision and delegate effectively to juniors
- Commercial mindset – comfortable advising growing businesses, franchisors and national brands
- Confident communicator who enjoys direct client contact and working in a close-knit team
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. Apply now or email your resume to Daniel Cappellacci at
daniel@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 718 155 to hear more about the role.
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcappellacci/
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