Associate, Real Estate

Allens

Associate in Melbourne Real Estate team at Allens advising on acquisitions and infrastructure projects. Collaborating with lawyers and clients across various asset classes in real estate.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work on significant commercial development, urban renewal and infrastructure projects, including commercial office towers, industrial facilities, build-to-rent projects, mixed use precincts and renewable energy projects.
Advise on acquisitions and disposals of assets of all types of property classes, including commercial, retail, industrial, residential and hotels.
Assist with sale and leaseback transactions.
Support matters involving tourist resorts and mixed-use developments and operation.
Advise on joint venture and co-ownership arrangements.
Manage leasing and lease negotiation.
Handle real estate aspects of M&A transactions.
Address general real estate issues such as subdivisions, enforcement of securities and financing.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in a Real Estate team within a law firm (we are also open to a combination of private practice and in-house experience)
Experience in the acquisition, development and sale of real estate assets.
The ability to effectively manage matters autonomously and as part of a team.
A strong academic background.
A willingness to participate in business development activities, such as pitch documents, firm-wide pursuits, article writing, attending industry events and hosting seminars.
A desire to learn, grow, network, mentor others

Benefits

Comp & perks

market competitive fixed remuneration
generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution
employee recruitment referral program
discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets
health and travel insurance
charity matched funding program
fully subsidised gym memberships
annual flu vaccinations
skin checks
in-house snacks and catered meals
subsidised sporting and social activities
Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling
wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families
ability to purchase additional annual leave
enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees
high quality executive coaching to support the transition
international opportunities through alliance with Linklaters

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Hard Skills & Tools

Real Estate LawAsset AcquisitionProperty DevelopmentLease NegotiationSale And Leaseback TransactionsJoint Venture ArrangementsCo-Ownership AgreementsFinancingSubdivision IssuesSecurities Enforcement

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAutonomous ManagementMentoringNetworkingDesire To Learn