About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning more than 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. Ashurst Reach is the firm's dedicated flexible legal resourcing platform which provides the firm's clients and Practice Groups within the firm with access to a high quality talent pool of lawyers and paralegals. We understand that our clients need access to highly qualified lawyers and paralegals, often at short notice and/or for short periods, whether that be to meet internal client demands, backfill leave, provide cover during recruitment or to assist with specialised projects. We deliver a seamless, fast and trusted solution to these issues. We work with a pool of talented Reach Legal Consultants, across a broad range of specialties. We strive to engage with lawyers who are technically-savvy and commercially-focused while also being creative and adaptable, and who thrive in new environments. General Commercial lawyers needed We have had a consistent influx of roles seeking general commercial lawyers in Brisbane. If you are a strong general commercial lawyer with any of the following skills and are either a seasoned consultant/contract lawyer looking for a fresh approach, or a lawyer thinking of taking the leap to flex-working, get in touch with our Talent Manager, Fiona Craig, to find out more. Skills and Experience needed: 5+ years' experience General commercial contracting experience is essential and we are happy to consider exposure to a wide range of industries including: financial services (banking and funds management); consumer, food and retail; energy and resources; government and public sector; construction and infrastructure; education; hotels, leisure and gaming; mining; TMT; transport Relevant experience might include experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with suppliers and service providers, in areas such as property, technology, privacy and data, intellectual property, credit and financing M&A experience can be helpful, particularly involvement in the integration of new companies/businesses into existing corporate structures, as well as joint venture experience Procurement experience is highly sought after Being comfortable providing legal advice relating to competition and consumer law, privacy, product safety, quality and labelling is an advantage for some roles For some roles experience in disputes and Investigations eg. litigation, disputes, insolvency/debt recovery, regulatory investigations can also be of use, as well knowledge of employment law You must have the ability to hit the ground running, work autonomously and prioritise Our clients are looking for lawyers who are happy to be a doer and confident being on the tools, and have the ability to understand and adapt to the needs of a business As well as excellent legal experience you will need: Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interface at all levels, building strong relationships externally and internally Strong commercial and business acumen An excellent client service focus, ethic and commitment The right to live and work in Australia (and be based here) and hold or be able to obtain a current practising certificate Willingness to engage with Ashurst via an Independent Incorporated Legal Practice or casual employment What to do now: If you have the skills and experience please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application. If you want to find out more about this role or working with Ashurst Reach generally, please email Fiona Craig, our Talent Manager, at #J-18808-Ljbffr