Lawyer, Real Estate - Property Development

About Us
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.

About The Role
We currently have an opportunity for a Lawyer/Associate (2-3+ years’ PQE) in our well regarded Real Estate - Development team, led by Partner Nick Holuigue. The Real Estate - Development practice at Maddocks is the pre-eminent property development practice in Victoria (with a team consisting of over 50 people, including six Partners) who work and collaborate with other sections of the firm, in order to provide end to end legal advice in the property development cycle. The team prides itself on being able to assist leading developers (both listed and private) by providing outstanding and commercial legal advice in each step of the development process (from acquisition to delivery) and has an in-depth understanding of the industry. The team is actively involved in industry associations and assisting clients manage the ever changing legal framework surrounding developments.

About You
The successful candidate will ideally have 2-3+ years’ experience in property law (ideally, with some exposure to property development), be passionate about property and committed to moving into a property development focused role with the ability to become involved in all aspects of the development cycle and in project delivery in the residential, commercial/retail and industrial sectors.
Furthermore you will have strong attention to detail and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment in a large team. You will be provided with excellent learning and development programs and the opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Why join Maddocks?
Maddocks Is Simply a Great Place To Do Great Work. We Foster a Culture Of Collaboration, Learning And Engagement Where You Will Experience
A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.
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