Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Corporate & Commercial
- Undertake high-quality corporate and commercial work with a focus on First Nations organisations.
- Advise on governance, compliance, corporate structuring, and commercial contracts.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders through presentations and meetings.
Senior Associate / Special Counsel – Perth, WA
Introduction
This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to undertake high-quality corporate and commercial work with a strong focus on advising First Nations organisations and businesses. The role offers meaningful client engagement, structured development, and flexible work arrangements within a collaborative environment.
About the Firm
This established Western Australian law firm is widely recognised for its long-standing expertise advising First Nations organisations on complex, high-profile matters across corporate, commercial, and community sectors.
The Role
- Advise First Nations organisations on governance and compliance, corporate structuring, charity law, commercial contracts, and transactional matters.
- Work closely with a diverse client base including prescribed bodies corporate, Aboriginal community?controlled organisations, trusts, Aboriginal businesses, and government bodies.
- Partner proactively with clients, including presenting to stakeholder groups and attending regional and on Country meetings as required.
About You
- You will ideally have at least 6 years’ post?admission experience in corporate and commercial law, with demonstrated expertise in Aboriginal corporations and trusts.
- You bring strong technical knowledge, drafting capability, and organisational skills, with a high standard of accuracy and attention to detail.
- You are collaborative, client?focused, culturally respectful, and motivated to contribute to the growth and success of your team and clients.
Benefits & Opportunities
- Structured and personalised career development supported by in?house CPD, e?learning, and tailored development plans.
- Flexible working arrangements, a firm?wide reward and recognition program, and paid parental leave.
- A supportive and inclusive culture with wellbeing initiatives, an onsite gym, weekly firm breakfasts, and community involvement opportunities.
How to Apply
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