Corporate & Commercial Lawyer | Clear Progression to Partnership Join a national firm offering structured career development and a roadmap to Partner. 3 Key Takeaways! Defined career pathway with support to reach Partner level High-quality transactional and regulatory corporate work National firm with mentoring and professional development About the Client: Our client is a top-tier national law firm renowned for guiding its lawyers through long-term, successful careers. With a presence across key Australian cities, the firm blends high-end legal work with a genuinely supportive and forward-thinking culture. The Corporate & Commercial team is central to the firm’s strategic growth, and lawyers here are given the tools, mentorship and opportunities to progress to senior and leadership roles—including Partnership. This is a place where performance is recognised, professional development is prioritised, and clear pathways are mapped for every stage of your legal journey. About the Position: A fantastic opportunity exists for a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer with 4–6 years PAE to join a well-established and growing team in Brisbane. Working alongside a respected Partner with international experience, you’ll be exposed to high-value, complex matters and given increasing responsibility as your career develops. Matters will include: Mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures and restructures Foreign investment and market access (FIRB) Renewable energy and infrastructure projects Regulatory and compliance work involving ASIC, ASX, and AEMO Strategic contract negotiation and corporate advisory Corporate governance, company secretarial and director’s duties This role offers a direct, supported path to seniority, including: Tailored career plans with structured goal setting Ongoing mentoring from leaders invested in your success Opportunities to lead matters, engage with clients and manage juniors Exposure to a national team and cross-practice collaboration Key Requirements: 4–6 years PAE in corporate and commercial law (private practice experience desirable) Strong technical background and transactional experience Confidence managing matters and working directly with clients Commercially astute with a passion for long-term career growth Desire to contribute to mentoring and leadership over time On Offer: Competitive salary package with bonus and progression incentives Structured career pathway to Partnership Direct exposure to sophisticated, career-defining matters Mentoring from senior lawyers and national practice leads Hybrid working model and genuine flexibility Modern offices with a positive, team-oriented culture In-house CPD, secondment opportunities, and leadership training Pro bono involvement, diversity initiatives, and international connections Recognition as a WGEA Employer of Choice and award-winning workplace Contact Details: Looking to take the next step toward seniority and future Partnership? Reach out today for a confidential discussion. Email: karl@gorillajobs.com.au Call: 61 468 713 572 Connect on LinkedIn: Karl Stanley
