The opportunity
As a young, ambitious junior commercial lawyer, you will work with our CEO and core senior management team across a portfolio of high-growth ventures. The work spans AI projects, SaaS, an ESVCLP and its associated investments, plus an expanding real estate portfolio. You will advise on day-to-day legal matters and strategic decisions. Give clear, commercial advice that reduces risk and supports rapid GTM action.
What you will do
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Support the CEO and senior management team across legal matters, with fast turnarounds.
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Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and founder agreements.
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Prepare, update, and advise on shareholder agreements and corporate governance documents.
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Support corporate advisory work across structuring, governance, and compliance.
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Assist with M&A, private equity, and investment transactions as required.
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Analyse and summarise investment proposals, term sheets, and board papers.
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Advise on legal issues across fintech, financial services, IP, and emerging tech.
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Support real estate and property matters, as needed.
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Help manage legal risk and ensure compliance with local and international requirements.
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Assist in negotiations and dispute resolution support.
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Liaise with external counsel in court matters as required.
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Build and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and workflows.
What you bring
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Admitted lawyer in Australia with a current practising certificate.
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Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent.
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2+ years experience in commercial law and corporate advisory.
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Strong experience with commercial contracts and shareholder agreements.
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Solid understanding of corporate governance and risk management.
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Clear drafting, strong judgement, and practical issue-spotting.
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Agile, proactive, and comfortable with shifting priorities.
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Strong stakeholder skills, confident with founders and senior operators.
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Sydney-based and able to work hybrid.
Nice to have
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Exposure to financial services, funds, VC, or portfolio environments.
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Experience in fintech, technology, and intellectual property matters.
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Interest in AI, SaaS, and emerging tech regulation.
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Experience improving templates and legal ops.
How to apply
Send your CV and a short note covering:
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Your contracting and shareholder agreement experience
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Any exposure to fintech, funds, VC, or investment work
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Why this pace and operating style suits you
