Corporate & Commercial Lawyer – 2-5 Years Pqe

Corporate & Commercial Lawyer – 2-5 years PQE

• Join an established and highly regarded team of commercial and corporate legal specialists working both remotely and collaboratively in Melbourne CBD. 
• This is an opportunity for an experienced commercial and corporate lawyer to work in a diverse, inclusive and responsive workplace while also having a genuine work-life balance.
• Full-time or part-time role with the option of a compressed schedule to the right candidate.
• Includes membership to RACV City Club which provides access to our co-working space as well as all other club facilities including gym, pool, wellness spa and restaurants.

About mdp Law

mdp is a multi-disciplinary practice that specialises in commercial, intellectual property, technology and corporate law, as well as patents and cross-border expansion.

At mdp, we're about sensing the needs of our clients, understanding their practical constraints and being transparent in our process. We seek to deliver a positive, human experience that fosters trust and ensures our clients feel confident in our services. We have long-standing client relationships across sectors such as logistics, financial services, tech, healthcare, design & architecture and FMCG. Our impressive clientele comprises entrepreneurial start-ups, mid-cap companies and established operators. 

We're a modern practice with a contemporary mindset. Our firm comprises senior practitioners with global experience in leading law firms and multinational companies. We're driven by a desire to excel in all that we do and we aim to grow with our clients and become their trusted legal advisor as we support them in reaching their desired objectives.

At mdp, we blend remote work with collaborative days in the shared workspace at the RACV City Club in the CBD. Our firm prides itself on being family-friendly, diverse, inclusive, and responsive, fostering an environment where you can thrive professionally while maintaining a genuine work-life balance. As part of our commitment to flexibility, we are offering a full-time or part-time role, including the option of a compressed schedule to suit your needs. Our team enjoys membership to the RACV City Club, granting access to our co-working space and all club facilities and discounts.

For more information on mdp Law, please visit our website: www.mdplaw.com.au.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced lawyer (2 - 5 years PQE) with commercial and corporate law experience to fill a position to support our expanding business. This position requires a candidate with a proactive personality, excellent drafting skills and the ability to build relationships with clients across various sectors and levels. 

You will work within a team of legal professionals with global, top tier expertise in commercial, corporate and M&A legal matters. 

As a boutique firm with a multi-disciplinary legal and patent practice, we offer a more personalised service to clients, providing legal advice based on our intimate understanding of their business across a broad range of corporate, commercial, intellectual property and technology matters. 

Working with a friendly and talented team, you will have both the autonomy of conducting your own files and the experience of collaborating with other team members on larger matters. There is a genuine opportunity for sustainable career progression for the right candidate, and you will receive valuable mentoring from senior lawyers, ongoing professional development support and training from the firm's Partners and leadership.

Your responsibilities will include:

• drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts such as supply agreements, licence agreements, distribution agreements, customer agreements and service agreements;
• advising clients on appropriate business / corporate structures to suit their needs;
• advising clients on corporate compliance matters;
• drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements, unitholder agreements and joint venture agreements, 
• acting in M&A transactions, including conducting due diligence investigations and drafting key transaction agreements with the assistance of experienced M&A lawyers; and
• drafting and assisting with the implementation of corporate restructures.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would also be an advantage:

• intellectual property generally, including IP licence agreements;
• technology contracts including SaaS contracts;
• advising on intellectual property protection strategies including enforcement; and
• intellectual property litigation.

Other qualities we value:

• a high degree of independence balanced with excellent teamwork skills;
• a commercial mindset and inquisitive approach; 
• strong oral and written communication skills; 
• adaptable and open to new ways of working; and 
• respectful behaviour with all members of our mdp team.

Core skills

We are interested in hearing from you if you have:

• 2-5 years PQE in the above areas of law;
• strong file and time management skills;
• excellent drafting skills;
• excellent oral and written communication skills;
• a commercially astute focus, aimed at balancing clients’ legal obligations with their commercial objectives; and
• an open mindset and willingness to work on a broad variety of matters and legal areas.

What to expect 

• Become part of a highly regarded, dynamic and friendly team;
• a supportive environment which fosters growth and development;
• a specific focus on mentorship and collaboration;
• career progression opportunities;
• exciting and stimulating client matters;
• the opportunity to work independently;
• flexible working hours and environment;
• opportunities to work from remote locations;
• access to business development support; 
• extensive CPD program; and
• salary commensurate with your experience.

Timeframe

If you are keen to take the next step in your career, please submit your application to by 30 April 2024.