Lawyer - Real Estate

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

The Team

McCullough Robertson’s Real Estate team is highly regarded for its unique ability to blend extensive industry insight, technical skill, and innovative thinking to successfully make deals happen and achieve exceptional outcomes for clients.

We offer expert guidance on a diverse range of projects, including urban regeneration, greenfield sites, master-planned communities, retail and industrial hubs, and commercial developments.

Our strengths lie in negotiations, due diligence, property acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, complex title arrangements, master-planned projects, leasing, licensing, commercial contracts, and project conveyancing. With a solid history of delivering effective solutions, we are reliable partners in turning ambitious real estate visions into reality.

The Role

This is fantastic opportunity for a lawyer to gain broad exposure across all areas of our property practice. You will work on acquisitions and disposals and commercial leasing across all asset classes for a diverse client base that includes ASX listed companies, property trusts, private owners and government (all levels).

In addition, the role includes advising developers on mixed-use, residential and commercial projects, including greenfield subdivisions. You will also support private clients and body corporates on a range of property-related matters.

Experience

We are seeking a motivated and capable property lawyer with three to five years of post-admission experience, ideally gained within a mid to large-sized commercial law firm. As the successful candidate, you will have a genuine interest in developing your career in property law and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality legal work.

Additionally, you will demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and possess the confidence to work autonomously while also contributing collaboratively within a close-knit and supportive team environment.

Furthermore, you will bring strong technical abilities, including well-developed drafting and research skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a proactive approach to client service. A professional and commercial mindset, combined with the ability to manage competing priorities and maintain strong relationships with clients will be essential to your success.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic health and wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion And Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.