Senior Associate - Corporate/Commercial

Job Description

Work on complex commercial transactions, strategic advisory matters and major projects for leading Tasmanian and national clients. Based in Hobart with hybrid and flexible working, a competitive $160,000–$210,000 package plus super, and a 30% bonus on billables above target. Enjoy direct access to Principals, client contact, and the quality of work usually associated with larger metropolitan firms - coupled with 5.5 hour daily billable target and a close-knit, relationship-driven culture.

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 30% bonus on billables above target
• Support for CPD and ongoing professional development
• Paid parental leave
• Discounted health insurance, discounted wills and access to novated leases
• Gym and fitness subsidy ($200 reimbursement per year following probation), employee assistance program, social club, Friday night drinks and fresh fruit

Duties

• Advise on share, business and asset acquisitions and disposals
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, including procurement and construction matters
• Advise on corporate governance, directors’ duties, constitutions and Corporations Act compliance
• Structure joint ventures, partnerships, consortium arrangements and shareholder or unitholder arrangements
• Advise on finance and securities, and energy, infrastructure and project-related arrangements
• Advise on privacy, data management, regulatory compliance and Australian Consumer Law

Skills & experience

• Approximately 4–8 years’ post-admission experience (outstanding candidates outside this range are welcome)
• Strong technical capability in corporate and commercial law
• Experience managing matters and client relationships, with excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
• Admitted to practise as a lawyer in Australia with a current practising certificate
• Australian permanent residency or citizenship required

About the company
Tasmania’s largest Tasmanian-owned and operated law firm, offering the quality and complexity of work associated with larger metropolitan firms. Known for accessibility, collegiality and genuine, long-term client relationships. Acts for leading Tasmanian businesses, government, institutions, private clients and national organisations. A culture that values excellence, connection and long-term careers.

How to apply
For a confidential discussion, contact Shelby Green at 0403 808 773 or sgreen@naimanclarke.com.au.

Alternatively, click apply and email your resume and academic transcript. Applications close 10 November 2026.

If this role does not align to your experience and/or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

Why work with us?

• We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
• You will receive free CV and content advice as well as interview preparation assistance specific to the role.
• We are intimately aware of market trends including team/firmwide inside information and what salary you can achieve in the current market.
• Naiman Clarke are celebrating 25 years of excellence in the legal recruitment industry this year. Our team of experienced, legally trained consultants have over 40 years of combined experience working exclusively in the legal recruitment sector.