" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eLawyer/Associate | Real Estate | Melbourne\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17687\"\u003e Experienced Lawyers \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17689\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17690\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 15/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecognised in the AFR BOSS Magazine\u0026#39;s Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a modern, market-leading law firm that puts its people first\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborative team with opportunities for career development and progression\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout you \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer/Associate with ideally 2-4 years PQE to join our highly regarded Real Estate Team based in Melbourne supporting Partners - Lui Scipioni, Alexandra Walker and Michael Mercier.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTo be successful and thrive in this role you will have the following skills\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAt least 2-4 years of experience with a property background ideally working across a broad range of leasing matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to demonstrate exceptional drafting skills and an eye for detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong ability to build and maintain effective client relationships\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA demonstrated skillset to manage timeframes and proactively manage priorities within a team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written and verbal)\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded team where you can learn from experts and build a long-term career.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eYour role\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGadens is proud to operate one of Australia\u0026rsquo;s most respected and comprehensive real estate practices, advising on a wide range of real estate matters across Australia. Our team is known for its depth of expertise and commercial insight across the retail, industrial, and mixed-use sectors and in property development, commercial and industrial leasing, property management and property acquisitions and disposals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While leasing remains a valued part of our offering\u0026mdash;particularly in the retail sector\u0026mdash;our practice extends far beyond. We support major real estate transactions and developments, acting for leading institutional investors, developers, landlords, and operators across Australia. We are proud to support over 150 shopping centres nationwide and continue to deliver industry leading services backed by deep sector knowledge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join Gadens?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBe part of a market-leading real estate team with a national footprint\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork on diverse and high-impact property matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive, client-focused environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrow your career with access to top-tier clients and meaningful development opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout Gadens\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGadens is a leading, independent Australian law firm, with a clear vision and strategy for the future. We help people achieve their purpose in a complex world, by leading by example, inspiring others, innovating and building something we are all proud of.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Gadens, we engage with all of our people to create a work environment that encourages and promotes inclusion and diversity, while instilling pride in the firm and our values of collaborate, authentic, responsible and excellent. Our values and culture assist us in creating a cohesive environment in which we are committed equally to professionalism and personal fulfilment. We strive to create a culture where the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility are embraced and lived by our people every day. This includes respecting and connecting with First Nations people and providing access to justice to those in need through our pro bono practice. This is what makes Gadens a great place to work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e At Gadens, we:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003edevelop and inspire our people\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003edo the right thing and make an impact\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ework with quality clients in our chosen markets\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003esolve problems with people and technology working seamlessly together\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eare a widely recognised and respected brand.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we offer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003e30 weeks paid parental leave\u003c/span\u003e \u0026ndash; Our market leading policy includes 30 weeks paid parental leave for all permanent staff, with no tenure required. This includes superannuation contributions while on parental leave, an external coach to support through various stages of parental leave and support and paid leave for surrogacy and IVF treatment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eFinancial \u0026ndash; \u003c/span\u003eMarket-competitive fixed remuneration, a generous incentive program recognising both billable performance and broader contribution and an employee recruitment referral program.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eFlexibility\u003c/span\u003e \u0026ndash; Hybrid working arrangements. This includes flexible working hours as well as equipment to support working from home.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eLeave\u003c/span\u003e - Ability to purchase up to 3 weeks of annual leave a year as well as a gifted day of leave for your birthday month which we call \u0026ldquo;Gadens day\u0026rdquo;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Wellbeing\u003c/span\u003e \u0026ndash; We offer a range of health and wellbeing benefits to empower and support our people including, regular social events, employee assistant program, bonus program for non-fee earners, discounted private health insurance, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, recognition awards and much more!\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eLearning \u0026amp; Development\u003c/span\u003e \u0026ndash;We promote a culture of continuous learning opportunities including access to professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring study support as well for further education.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight:bold\"\u003eCommunity involvement\u003c/span\u003e \u0026ndash; We give back to the community through our well-established pro bono program as well as staff volunteering initiatives.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e We are always on the lookout for star performers to join our growing firm. To find out more please visit www.gadens.com \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"2002815\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "