In House Legal Counsel

Posted 03 July 2025
Location Victoria
Job type Permanent
DisciplineOther
ReferenceEDJMLegal

Job description

Our client is a multi-faceted property organisation and due to growth are looking to bring their Legal function in house. 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced property lawyer looking to make the transition to in house.

As In House Legal Counsel your duties will include but not be limited to;
  • Draft, review, and negotiate sale contracts, joint venture agreements, and project financing agreements.
  • Oversee planning agreements, Section 173 Agreements, and landowner obligations.
  • Instruct and manage external legal counsel for VCAT hearings, planning disputes, and regulatory challenges.
  • Manage PEXA settlements, working with purchasers, financiers, and legal representatives.
  • Draft and review Vendor Statements (Section 32s), ensuring full compliance.
  • Monitor and manage contract variations, sunset clauses, and finance extensions.
  • Ensure trust account deposits are allocated correctly and meet financial regulations.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks across acquisitions, financing, and sales transactions.
About You:
  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent; admitted to practice in Victoria.
  • 5+ years’ experience in property law, land development, or house & land transactions.
  • Ability to manage risk, compliance, and dispute resolution.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, liaising with developers, financiers, landowners, councils, and sales agents.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Passionate with a strong work ethic
  • 170-220k salary dependent on relevant experience 
Please click "APPLY NOW" or reach out direct to Jade Melia or Erin Daniele ; erin@kennedyreid.com.au or jade@kennedyreid.com.au