Graduate Lawyer - Melbourne (6-Month In-House Contract)

Job Description

We are working with a well-established, national property and retail group seeking a Graduate Lawyer or senior-level Paralegal for a 6-month in-house contract based in Melbourne.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on in-house experience within a sophisticated commercial environment.

The Role

Working closely with the internal legal team, you will assist with:

  • Reviewing and drafting commercial agreements

  • Leasing and property-related documentation

  • General commercial contract support

  • Legal research and advice preparation

  • Stakeholder liaison across business units

About You

  • Recently admitted lawyer (or due for admission shortly), or

  • Law student with with some commercial legal experience

  • Strong drafting and contract review skills

  • High attention to detail

  • Comfortable working directly with internal stakeholders

  • Available to commence within the coming weeks

The Opportunity

  • 6-month in-house contract (extension is available at the sole discretion of the client and is subject to performance)

  • Exposure to a high-performing legal team

  • Strong brand on your CV

  • Melbourne-based role (Chadstone office + hybrid)

This role would suit someone looking to transition into an in-house environment or gain valuable commercial exposure early in their legal career.

Interested candidates should click on the Apply Now button to submit their CV & Transcript.

Firm or Organisation Name

Yegal Pty Ltd

Contact Name

Michael Buggy

Email Address

michael@yegal.com.au

Job Level

Any level

Sector

Legal services

Country

Australia

State

Victoria