Associate, Property

Great opportunity to work on a broad range of both direct and indirect commercial, retail, industrial and agricultural property transactions.

15th May, 2024

About the team
Our property practice is amongst the leading Australian practices with our team working with clients on a range of transactions including property developments, capital transactions and land acquisitions and sales for development.

 
About the role
This position provides the opportunity to be exposed to A-list clients and an exciting portfolio of property transactions. As a valued member of the Property & Projects team, you will work with a motivated partner, contributing to the strength of a reputable Property & Projects practice and have the opportunity to develop and foster client relationships.


The team works on a variety of property transactions including:

• Acting on a broad range of both direct and indirect commercial, retail, industrial and agricultural property transactions.
• Advising on associated legal due diligence, including in relation to the covenant of the transaction counterparty, titling, statutory enquiries, leasing, PPSR review, planning and any other factors relevant to the particular transaction.
• Preparing and reviewing pre-transaction documents, including:
  • standalone or ‘click through’ data room confidentiality agreements
  • Non-binding and binding letters of offer/heads of agreement/expressions of interest
  • Exclusivity deeds
  • Memoranda of understanding.
• Preparing, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents, including contracts for sale, put and call option deeds, joint venture agreements (both unincorporated and incorporated), co-ownership agreements and management rights agreements.
• Acting for developers in drafting and negotiating fund through arrangements with investors including mitigating rent guarantee risk and managing the pass through of risk between the tenancy documents and the developer’s deliverables to the investor.
• Assisting with transaction project management.
• Advising on easement and access rights and obligations.
• Advising on land titling, subdivision and governance aspects of transactions.
• Advising on compulsory acquisitions.

15th May, 2024

About the team
Our property practice is amongst the leading Australian practices with our team working with clients on a range of transactions including property developments, capital transactions and land acquisitions and sales for development.

 
About the role
This position provides the opportunity to be exposed to A-list clients and an exciting portfolio of property transactions. As a valued member of the Property & Projects team, you will work with a motivated partner, contributing to the strength of a reputable Property & Projects practice and have the opportunity to develop and foster client relationships.


The team works on a variety of property transactions including:

• Acting on a broad range of both direct and indirect commercial, retail, industrial and agricultural property transactions.
• Advising on associated legal due diligence, including in relation to the covenant of the transaction counterparty, titling, statutory enquiries, leasing, PPSR review, planning and any other factors relevant to the particular transaction.
• Preparing and reviewing pre-transaction documents, including:
  • standalone or ‘click through’ data room confidentiality agreements
  • Non-binding and binding letters of offer/heads of agreement/expressions of interest
  • Exclusivity deeds
  • Memoranda of understanding.
• Preparing, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents, including contracts for sale, put and call option deeds, joint venture agreements (both unincorporated and incorporated), co-ownership agreements and management rights agreements.
• Acting for developers in drafting and negotiating fund through arrangements with investors including mitigating rent guarantee risk and managing the pass through of risk between the tenancy documents and the developer’s deliverables to the investor.
• Assisting with transaction project management.
• Advising on easement and access rights and obligations.
• Advising on land titling, subdivision and governance aspects of transactions.
• Advising on compulsory acquisitions.

About you
Ideally you will be a driven and enthusiastic lawyer who possesses a genuine passion for property work. 


Given the current team structure we are seeking someone who has, ideally, 2-3 years post admission experience and who has a proven track record working on a range of commercial property matters. That said, we are also keen to hear from anyone more junior who can demonstrate relevant pre-admission experience. You must however be an admitted lawyer! More specifically your experience will include:

• Drafting a range of property documents
• Negotiating contracts of sale (where appropriate given you level of PAE)
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation
• Exposure to capital transactions including drafting and negotiating contracts of sale (for vendor and purchaser) of commercial properties and sales and acquisitions of development sites
• Conducting property due diligence for property acquisitions and preparing due diligence reports
• Advising on easements and land subdivisions

You will possess excellent drafting skills, enjoy a busy work environment and a collaborative team work culture.

 
As a member of the group, you will have the opportunity to work closely with dynamic partners on transactions as well as working directly with clients. 

 
This is an exciting opportunity for a career minded professional to progress their legal career in a growing group, servicing quality clients. Who we are
Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia’s largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with, expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.

 
Employee benefits
At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce.


Our benefits include:

• A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
• Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
• Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.

Firm awards and citations
We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

• Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
• Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
• Doyle’s Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
• Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30 The Best Lawyers in Australia awards/3 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia awards
• Great Place to Work Certification
• Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact
We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.
This includes:

• Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
• Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What’s next?
For further information, please visit our Careers website.


To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact contact Zoë Discombe, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9802.


To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.


This role is being managed directly by our in-house talent team. At this stage we are not accepting agency candidates, we will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.

 
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