Outstanding in-house opportunity for a property and/or commercial lawyer to work in broad role.
Sustainable, innovative property development and investment Broad range of responsibilities Excellent work in high performing and friendly environment For over 50 years, Salta has been creating places of enduring value.? Founded in 1970 by Salvatore 'Sam' Tarascio, we have evolved from humble beginnings to be regarded as one of Australia's most respected family-owned property businesses.
? Salta's success lies in our innate understanding of the property market and our ability to take a considered approach.
As a diversified developer and asset manager, we operate across multiple sectors – delivering high-quality office precincts, industrial and logistics hubs, retail spaces and apartments.
? With a long-term view to strategically acquire, develop and manage our assets, we unlock opportunities to create positive outcomes for our customers, people, business and communities.? Underpinned by a commitment to care and focus on fostering mutually beneficial relationships and partnerships, combined with our stability and long-term performance over decades has built a multi-billion-dollar investment portfolio and future development pipeline.? Always with an eye to the future, Salta is creating places of enduring value today, and for generations to come.
About the role Salta is offering an outstanding opportunity for a lawyer to join the organisation in a newly created role.
Reporting to the Group Executive Director – Legal/Commercial and Senior Legal Counsel, this opportunity affords the opportunity to work closely with highly experienced lawyers.
You will have a good level of responsibility whilst still enjoying support and mentorship from more senior lawyers.
As Legal Counsel, you will collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain a consistent approach to transactions and provide timely, accurate legal advice.
Salta is a broad business engaged in a large spectrum of work including more recently Built-to-Rent activities.
The Legal Counsel will be involved in the provision of legal advice in relation to legal and risk related matters concerning the Salta Group.
It will be a varied role including: property development projects and acquisitions, including the negotiation and drafting of associated legal agreements; preparing, negotiating and advising on new leases and lease renewals; advising, negotiating and drafting a range of commercial agreements relating to the Salta Group; assisting with management of services by external law firms; assisting the Group Executive Director – Legal/Commercial and Senior Legal Counsel in relation to governance, including matters relating to the Board; monitoring and communicating to the business any legal developments, including new or proposed legislation, which may impact Salta Group and incorporate any relevant changes into the business' processes and documents; assisting the Company Secretary, including maintenance of company records; and providing legal guidance on dispute resolution and litigation matters.
About you This opportunity suits a lawyer with approximately 3+ years' experience in a law firm property team or in-house property environment.
Those with commercial law experience would be of interest also.
You are a self-starter who is resourceful and have a collaborative, team oriented approach.
You have a 'can-do' attitude and the highest level of personal integrity.
You are also able to exercise discretion and judgement and have a proactive and positive attitude to deliver high quality services.
Working in a high-performance environment, in this role you will have access to broad and interesting work and be integrally involved in a leading and growing Australian company.
Location: Melbourne Ref: MCNP21791 Closing Date: Monday 14 April 2025 To apply online, click on the appropriate link below.
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