- Be a 2IC in growing commercial practice with a genuine pathway and career progression.
- Transactional & advisory commercial work.
- Mixed clientele – SMEs and range of industries, hybrid flexibility, and a culture built on trust and autonomy. This isn’t a stepping stone, It’s a destination!
If you are a commercial lawyer who wants to learn how to manage a team and run a commercial practice, not just contribute to one, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
Hammond Nguyen Turnbull is expanding its commercial practice and is seeking a senior commercial lawyer ready to step into a leadership role, build strong client relationships, and play a key part in the team’s growth. For the right performer, there is a clear pathway to Senior Associate or Special Counsel, with the opportunity to lead a team or division.
About the Role
As a senior member of the commercial team, you’ll act as the 2IC within a thriving and expanding practice. You’ll advise on a broad portfolio of business clients, including corporate structuring, mergers and acquisitions, a wide range of business agreements, and general commercial advisory work. You will also develop your leadership capability by mentoring a junior solicitor and paralegal as the team continues to grow.
What You’ll Do
Commercial Advisory
- Advise clients on structures, governance, contracts and general legal issues businesses face
- Act as a trusted adviser to retainer clients, managing their day‑to‑day legal needs
- Translate complex legal issues in clear, practical guidance
Document Drafting & Negotiation
- Draft, review and negotiate a variety of business and commercial agreements including, but not limited to share-holder agreements, company constitutions employment/contractor agreements, terms and conditions, confidentiality deeds and other general commercial contracts
- Review incoming contracts and advise on the risk and commercial implications
- Tailor contract to suit client‑specific needs and risk
Transactional
- Act for vendors and purchasers in mergers and acquisitions
- Review and draft commercial leases
- Provide advice on various commercial transactions
Team Leadership
- Lead, supervise and mentor a junior solicitor and paralegal
- Allocate and oversee workflow to ensure quality and timely delivery
- Foster a collaborative, high‑performing team culture
Client & Practice Management
- Manage a portfolio of retainer clients with responsiveness and commercial awareness
- Build long‑term client relationships as a trusted advisor and first point of contact
- Learn how to market and win work
- Maintain accurate file records and meet professional obligations
What We’re Looking For
- 2-4 years PQE in commercial law (private practice)
- Strong background in corporate/commercial advisory and contract work
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into practical business advice
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions focused advice
- Proven track record of working collaboratively in a team environment
- Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations in the corporate and commercial space
- Admitted in NSW with a current practising certificate
- Confident managing client relationships independently
- Interest in managing, leading and supervising a team
- Experience supervising juniors (preferred but not essential)
Why Hammond Nguyen Turnbull
A real pathway to leadership, not a slogan, but a genuine
opportunity to help shape the future of a growing commercial practice. Our clients are the businesses building Western Sydney, many of whom have been with us for generations, giving you the chance to form long‑term, meaningful relationships. And you’ll do it all within a culture built on trust, supportive leadership and a team that values collaboration over competition.
Interested? Let’s talk.
If this sounds like the right move, reach out for a
confidential conversation.
Email: Bnguyen@hntlegal.com.au Call: 0435 470 122
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