Commercial Property Lawyer | SA or Special Counsel

Job description

About the opportunity
As a senior member of the team, you'll be a part of a specialist commercial property law team where you can thrive and operate on matters and with clients with a high degree of autonomy. Based in modern CBD offices, you'll be part of a collegial team involved in a range of work, including:
  • Commercial Property acquisitions and disposals for industrial, retail and office buildings
  • Property development matters acting for developer clients
  • Commercial lease drafting and negotiations for both significant landlord and tenant clients, and resolving issues
  • Property financing / refinancing 
  • Unit titling and design-build agreements
  • Broader commercial experience would be valued with exposure to company structuring, infrastructure related matters and overseas investment. 
The firm promotes a genuine work and life balance, so long hours and overtime aren't the regular. There are realistic expectations around progression and you'll have be someone that has the ability to help mentor more junior staff members. 

The ideal candidate will have:
  • 10+ years PQE with solid commercial property experience, gained in reputable firms (and/or with in-house legal experience)
  • Ability to mentor juniors
  • Strong client management and interpersonal skills
  • The ability to work with a high degree of autonomy
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded practice that has a longstanding and loyal clientele. If you're a senior property lawyer feeling like the road to progression could be lengthy or you're looking for a better working environment, get in touch to find out more. Good benefits are on offer for the right person.
  
For a confidential chat, contact Anand Ranchhod on 027 2746 186 or by sending your CV and academic transcript to anand@colegal.co.nz or by clicking on 'APPLY' now.