Corporate Commercial Lawyer

Develop your corporate law career whilst making a meaningful difference.

If you’re a corporate lawyer looking to refine your expertise in front-end corporate advisory work, this is a unique opportunity to join an iconic WA-based organisation.

At Jackson McDonald you will work on matters with genuine purpose in our highly regarded Corporate Commercial team. This role will, in particular, support our First Nations clients throughout WA and beyond.

A Role with Purpose

We are seeking a lawyer with approximately 1-2 years post-admission experience to join our team on a permanent, full-time basis. Working closely with our Partner, Emma Chinnery, you will work on a range of matters to ensure client compliance with regulatory requirements, whilst balancing commercial and strategic objectives. 

You will act as a trusted advisor with clients including prescribed bodies corporate, Aboriginal community-controlled organisations, Aboriginal businesses, Aboriginal community benefits trusts, trustee companies and government bodies. Ultimately, you will be working towards the advancement of First Nations communities and their organisations, along with our other not-for-profit clients.

You will advise clients on variety of matters, including:

• Corporate governance and compliance;
• Corporate structuring;
• Constitution and rule book reviews;
• Directors’ duties and conduct matters;
• General commercial contracting and transactions;
• Trust deeds and policies; and
• The interpretation and application of the Corporations (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) Act 2006 (Cth).

What We’re Looking For

You’ll combine strong technical skills with sound judgment and a genuine interest in building trusted client relationships.

Our ideal candidate will also be able to demonstrate the following:

• A minimum of 1.5 years post-admission experience, specifically in corporate and commercial front-end work;
• A genuine interest in supporting the advancement of First Nations communities and their organisations;
• High legal standards, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong organisational skills with the ability and commitment to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities; and
• A collaborative attitude and approach and desire to learn.

Life at Jackson McDonald

You’ll work on interesting and challenging matters alongside experienced and highly regarded practitioners, with the support to develop your skills and pursue your career ambitions.

We believe that a great workplace extends beyond the work itself. Our team has opportunities to participate in social, community and charity initiatives, helping support the WA community, whilst getting to know colleagues across the firm.

We are one of WA’s largest independent law offices with 24 partners across six broad practice areas. As an independent firm, our decision-makers are all based in Perth and our focus is firmly on making a positive contribution to life in WA.

What We Can Offer You

• Respectful and diverse workplace culture;
• Diverse work and the opportunity to collaborate with practitioners across our practice groups;
• Personal development plans supported with in-house CPD seminars, e-Learning and many other opportunities;
• Reward and recognition program;
• Leave benefits including paid parental leave and additional paid birthday leave;
• Committee opportunities e.g. Reconciliation Action Plan, Diversity and Inclusion; and
• Other workplace benefits including relaxed and inclusive social events, free onsite gym and gym classes, weekly breakfasts and end-of-week drinks.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to our People & Development team by clicking “Apply”. 

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be permitted to work in Australia on an unrestricted basis.

Jackson McDonald is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.