About the Role Join Western Australia's leading, full-service law firm and work in WA's largest Property & Leasing team. Lavan is a pre-eminent, independent Western Australian law firm with a history of more than 125 years. We are a full-service firm that offers a multi-disciplinary approach, providing our clients with specialised local knowledge, extensive networks and a first-hand understanding of the Western Australian business community.
Join our leading Property & Leasing team and work closely with highly regarded partner Anka Burns on a range of complex and challenging matters. Lavan's Property & Leasing team is the largest of its kind in WA and specialises in all aspects of Property law. As part of a full-service law firm, the Property & Leasing team works collaboratively with other Lavan practice teams on transactions and projects that involve various areas and sectors of law.
We are seeking a commercially astute, ambitious lawyer 5+ years post admission. A broad range of property experience and an appreciation of the key drivers in relevant transactions would be advantageous.
As part of our team, you will be engaged in a range of projects and matters including:
Major commercial developments. All forms of property acquisitions and disposals. Negotiations of complex leasing arrangements. General leasing for a variety of retail, commercial and large format retail centres. Advice and documentation for subdivision and development conditions, for both developer and local government client often working jointly with Lavan's Planning & Environment team. Innovative developments, including privately operated electricity microgrids. Occupancy arrangements with a variety of private, government (various levels), institutional and educational entities. Collaborative work with other Lavan teams, particularly Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Restructuring & Insolvency, Construction & Infrastructure, and Corporate Services. You will be involved in stimulating and rewarding work as part of a high performing and collaborative team.
About You You have a passion for this sector and pride yourself on your commercial and practical acumen, understand the commercial drivers of our clients, and have an innovative and pragmatic solutions-focussed style.
You are excellent at fostering and maintaining client relationships, understand commercial drivers and the requirements of clients, and work to provide desired outcomes and innovative solutions.
Further to the relevant legal experience, you will also have:
An interest in business development and attending events. A desire to learn and continuously improve. Attention to detail and technical skills. A strong work ethic with a commitment to excellence. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team. A collaborative approach to the delivery of work within a highly skilled team. At Lavan, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. If you do not meet all of the requirements above but are excited about this role, we encourage you to submit your application with us.
About Us Our Purpose is 'Making A Real Difference. Together'. Our values of Fulfilment, Integrity, Courage, Collaboration and Excellence drive everything we do.
We believe that our people are our most valuable assets. Our goal is to provide our people with a working environment that is professionally and personally rewarding, with open-planned workspaces, well-appointed staff lounge and balcony overlooking Elizabeth Quay. We also provide our people with the following benefits:
Health and wellness initiatives including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, daily continental breakfast, and an annual Wellness Benefit. Financial support programs including salary continuance, recruitment and client incentive referral programs, discounted services, LSL over and above award and competitive industry salaries. Ongoing study and education assistance. Lavan is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We are actively committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and supporting the employment of First Nations peoples. We believe that everyone deserves to feel respected, valued and safe. We strive to attract and develop exceptional people from diverse backgrounds and are committed to promoting a workplace without barriers.
We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
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