Property & Commercial Lawyer

Experienced Commercial & Property Lawyer The Opportunity Lockett McCullough Lawyers is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial & Property Solicitor to lead sophisticated transactional matters across each of our office locations. We don't mind which office you are to be based at, we prioritise finding the right person to fit within the progressive culture at our firm. You will work closely with business owners and commercial clients across Queensland with complete autonomy. This is a strategic growth hire. You will play a key role in shaping the next phase of the firm’s expansion while delivering real commercial outcomes for clients and building the commercial and property division within the firm. The Position You will: Lead Business sales and acquisitions including due diligence, contract drafting and negotiations Manage commercial property transactions including acquisitions, disposals, put and call options, easements and special conditions Draft, review and negotiate commercial and retail leases, variations and associated agreements Draft, review and negotiate Off The Plan contracts, property contracts and transactional documents Review and provide advice on Retirement Village contracts Prepare and review Seller Disclosure Statements Prepare, review and provide advice on Easements, Covenants and Encumbrances Provide Guarantor Advice for clients requiring independent legal advice certificates Advise business owners on commercial contracts, Shareholder Agreements, Partnership Agreements, trust documents , Deeds of Agreement and the like. Assist our residential conveyancers with their A‑Z residential conveyancing matters when required Maintain strong client and referral relationships through clear commercial communication Key Requirements You bring: 5+ years PAE in commercial and property law Demonstrated experience in transactional matters including business sales, property deals and leases Strong drafting, negotiation and advisory skills Ability to manage matters autonomously with commercial judgement A team mindset and commitment to continuous improvement Experience with PEXA and conveyancing protocols Confidence in building client and referrer trust through clarity and delivery Strong generalists with relevant commercial and property experience are encouraged to apply What We Offer We are a firm that invests in its people, promotes internal growth, and supports flexible and modern working arrangements. We operate with a strong team culture, commercial focus and are building a firm where high performers thrive with autonomy, support and purpose. Salary commensurate with experience Hybrid and flexible working arrangements that support a balanced lifestyle (WFH) Direct access to the Principal for strategic input and Paralegal support Career progression in a scaling firm with a clear growth plan Supportive, progressive and flexible work culture Meaningful, dynamic work with a strong pipeline of high‑quality commercial property and leasing matters Opportunities to shape and improve systems and processes Inclusive collaborative growth‑oriented culture About Lockett McCullough Lawyers Lockett McCullough Lawyers is a generalist boutique firm which spans a number of locations in Queensland. We have, and continue to, experience exponential growth through multiple law firm acquisitions. Whilst our firm is generalist, we pride ourselves on our staff being specialists in their respective areas of law so that clients receive expert advice. Want to Apply? If you're ready to lead transactions, do meaningful work and grow with a high performing team apply now. Application Questions Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? What's your expected annual base salary? #J-18808-Ljbffr