Experienced Commercial & Transactional Lawyers – 5+ PAE (West Perth / WA-wide)

Job Description

Location: West Perth / hybrid / opportunities to work regionally
Organisation: Bailiwick Legal – “Working with you, working for you”

About us
Bailiwick Legal is a high-calibre WA law firm with strong credentials in commercial law, agribusiness, tourism, property & land access, and corporate structuring. We combine decades of experience with a practical, service-orientated approach. (bailiwicklegal.com.au) Our commercial practice team thrives on delivering smart, strategic, client-focussed solutions across contract law, corporate advisory, acquisitions/disposals, governance, regulatory compliance, and broader transactional work. (bailiwicklegal.com.au)

The role
We are seeking a motivated and commercially-minded lawyer with 4+ years PAE to join our growing commercial team. You will work closely with partners to deliver high-quality advice, contribute to business development, and enhance our footprint in Western Australia’s dynamic corporate & business market.
Your core responsibilities will include:

Advising on corporate and commercial matters – structuring of companies, trusts and business entities, shareholder agreements, joint ventures, M&A, disposals.
Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, consultancy and licensing agreements, wholesale supply agreements, services agreements.
Conducting due diligence, regulatory/compliance reviews, corporate governance updates and policy documentation.
Advising on business acquisition and disposal transactions; closing of deals, structuring the transaction and overseeing documentation.
Supporting debt-recovery, collections and commercial dispute prevention work.
Engaging with clients across small/medium enterprises (SMEs), start-ups, family businesses, and private companies.
Contributing to business development: identifying new opportunities, participating in client meetings, networking, and supporting the growth of the commercial practice.
Working both from our West Perth office and with flexibility/hybrid arrangements; scope to support our regional “hot-desk” and agribusiness clients. (bailiwicklegal.com.au)
What we’re looking for

Admitted in Western Australia, with 4+ years post-admission experience (ideally 4–7 years) in commercial/corporate law, preferably within private practice.
Robust experience in transactional/commercial advisory work: corporate structuring, M&A, contract negotiation, and governance.
Able to demonstrate strong drafting skills, commercial acumen, and the capacity to manage matters independently or with minimal supervision.
Excellent client engagement and relationship-building skills; proactive mindset in business development.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, while also managing matters individually and meeting deadlines and budgets.
Admitted (or eligible) for an unsupervised practising certificate in WA.
Passion for contributing positively to firm culture: values of respect, trust, practical solutions and service-orientated outcomes. (bailiwicklegal.com.au)
Why join us?

Opportunity to join a high-quality, growth-oriented firm with strong regional and metropolitan reach.
Exposure to a broad mix of clients (SMEs, agribusiness, tourism, land-access) and diverse commercial work — giving you accelerated breadth and responsibility.
Flexible/hybrid working arrangements plus the opportunity to work on regional matters.
Strong mentoring and development environment — you will work directly with experienced senior associates and directors.
Competitive remuneration and genuine career progression path as our commercial practice expands.
A culture that values “people first”, quality legal practice, and service-driven outcomes.
How to apply
Please email your CV and a cover letter (1 page max) to [email protected], addressed to the Business & People Manager. In your cover letter please briefly outline your most significant commercial law matter (by type/value) and your contribution, and why you want to join Bailiwick Legal’s commercial team.

For a confidential discussion about the role, call (08) 9321 5451 and ask for Jessica.