Discipline: Partner & Special Counsel
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Sunshine Coast
Contact name: Craig Ashton-Sward

Contact email: craig@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: SCP231025
Published: about 7 hours ago
Advance your senior commercial property law career in one of Queensland’s most desirable coastal locations. A well-established, client-focused firm on the Sunshine Coast is seeking an accomplished Partner-level Commercial Property Lawyer (or Senior Associate or Special Counsel ready for partnership) to join its leadership team and shape a growing practice - without compromising lifestyle.

The Opportunity

Step into a strategic leadership role where you’ll lead and expand the property practice while enjoying a genuine work–life balance. Ideal for lawyers seeking a sea change, returning to the coast, or looking for a more meaningful way to practise law with real client impact.

What You’ll Do

Lead the property team and manage a robust existing client portfolio across matters including:
  • Commercial and industrial property transactions
  • Complex business sales and purchases
  • Land subdivision and off-the-plan acquisitions
  • Unit, mixed-use and broader property developments
  • Commercial and industrial leasing (landlord & tenant)
  • General property and transactional advisory
You’ll delegate effectively, supervise a capable team, and ensure files progress smoothly and profitably.

About You
  • 8+ years’ PAE in property / commercial property law with a strong transactional record
  • Commercially astute with excellent client care and business development skills
  • Proven experience supervising lawyers and support staff
  • Existing referral networks welcome (highly regarded, not essential)
What’s on Offer
  • Partnership from day one (open to current Partners, SAs or SCs stepping up)
  • Flexible work options and a healthy work–life balance
  • Collaborative, close-knit team with a strong market reputation on the Sunshine Coast
Why Work with Law Staff

With 38 years in legal recruitment, Law Staff has facilitated confidential moves for Partners and teams across specialist, mid-tier, and top-tier firms. We provide insight into profitability, partnership structures, equity options, growth plans, cultural fit, historical transitions, performance outlooks, and partnership ethos - always under strict confidentiality until you choose to proceed.
  
Ready to explore this discreetly?

Contact Craig Ashton-Sward, Director & Senior Client Advisor, quoting REF: SCP231025.

Email: craig@lawstaff.com.au | Mobile: 0413 743 838 (8:00 am–8:00 pm, 7 days)

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