Category: Legal Location: Melbourne Victoria Australia Exciting Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Partner/Special Counsel with IP Expertise A prestigious mid-sized law firm in Melbourne's CBD is seeking an experienced Corporate & Commercial Partner or Special Counsel with a strong background in intellectual property to join their thriving practice. The ideal candidate will have: Minimum 10 years' post-admission experience in corporate and/or commercial law Recognised expertise in IP, corporate advisory, IT, M&A, and corporate transactions Experience advising diverse local and international clients across private and public sectors Proven track record in business development and client relationship management Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor junior lawyers Key responsibilities: Provide strategic, pragmatic, and commercially sound advice to clients Lead complex negotiations and transactions Contribute to the firm's knowledge base and professional development initiatives Achieve personal and team billing targets Cultivate and maintain a strong professional network The successful candidate will demonstrate: Technical excellence and sharp commercial acumen Outstanding client service and relationship-building skills Strong financial management and business development capabilities Alignment with the firm's values of passion, accountability, respect, and teamwork This role offers: Competitive salary package with generous bonus structure Hybrid working arrangements Excellent career progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative work environment Comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental leave and wellbeing initiatives The firm boasts a rich history over 100 years and has a reputation for achieving successful outcomes for clients across various industries. They provide a full range of commercial legal services to private and public sector clients throughout Australia. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join a dynamic team committed to excellence, please submit your application or contact Niki Kunovski on 0422 561 621 or email Niki@hookerheijden.com.au for a confidential discussion. Details Apply Now
