Property & Commercial Lawyer (5+ PAE)
Frog Recruitment ·www.frogrecruitment.co.nz
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A long-established boutique law firm based in Sydney’s Inner West, this practice supports a loyal client base of SMEs, family-owned businesses, and private clients across property, commercial, and estate matters. The culture is professional yet family-oriented, with an emphasis on trust, collaboration, and long-term client relationships rather than billable targets. The firm seeks a senior, stable lawyer who can manage matters autonomously and is interested in a long-term permanent position within a close-knit team.
The Role
This is a broad, hands-on position combining commercial and property work. The successful candidate will manage a variety of transactional matters including:
- Sale and purchase of businesses
- Commercial and retail leasing
- Residential and commercial conveyancing
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements
- Advising clients on planning, development, and general commercial matters
You will work directly with clients, manage files end-to-end, and collaborate with supportive colleagues in a collegiate, client-focused environment.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a confident, pragmatic lawyer with strong technical skills and a down-to-earth approach. Requirements:
- Minimum 5+ years’ PAE in Property and/or Commercial Law
- NSW practising certificate
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and client relationship skills
- Proven ability to work independently and manage files autonomously
- Stability and interest in a long-term position
- Experience with LEAP and PEXA
- Background in advising SMEs and private clients
- Exposure to planning or development matters
Personal Attributes: Mature, reliable, and commercially minded. Someone who enjoys variety, values integrity and client service, and wants to contribute meaningfully to a small firm’s growth.
Benefits
Competitive salary ($140-$170K + super)|||Flexibility to work from home 1 day per week after onboarding|||Partnership & growth pathways for the right candidate (long-term team growth potential)|||No strict billable targets - focus on quality outcomes|||Stable, supportive, and collaborative team culture|||Paid birthday leave, team events, and professional development opportunities
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The Property & Commercial Lawyer (5+ PAE) role with Frog Recruitment is based in Sydney, NSW, AU.
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What experience level is the Property & Commercial Lawyer (5+ PAE) role?
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