Commercial Real Estate Associate (Lawyer) - 3-5 PQE

Dentons 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 Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.

Dentons' Real Estate team is a market leader, advising on high-value and complex property transactions across Australia and internationally.

• Major developments and large-scale projects
• Complex titling and structuring matters
• Commercial, retail, and industrial leasing
• Strategic property advice

You will work closely with highly regarded Partners, gaining exposure to premium clients and sophisticated transactions.

This is your opportunity to work on a broad mix of high-quality matters, including:

• Major property developments
• Acquisitions and disposals
• Commercial, retail, and industrial leasing
• Joint ventures and property syndicates
• Strata and community schemes
• Structuring for tax, stamp duty, and GST outcomes

You will work in a collaborative and supportive environment with clear progression pathways.

We are seeking a technically strong and commercially minded lawyer who is looking to accelerate their career within a global platform.

• 3-5 years' PQE in property law (from a reputable firm)
• Strong academic credentials
• Strong leasing experience with a desire for exposure to a broader commercial real estate practice
• The ability to work both autonomously and within a team
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• High attention to detail and a proactive mindset

Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.

• Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards
• Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)
• Salary sacrificing and novated leases
• 5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service
• Additional leave options
• Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)
• Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance
• Exclusive retailer discounts
• Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Generous health and wellbeing programs
• Agile and flexible working for all
• Social and diversity networks providing year-round events
• Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.

Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at ***email_hidden***. Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.

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