Commercial Associate - Sydney

Yvonne Kelly • September 11, 2025

Our client is looking for a confident, capable Associate to join their growing Commercial team.


The Ideal Candidate


  • You have at least 3 years PQE
  • You have a passion for Commercial Law and love finding proactive solutions
  • You enjoy working closely with clients, leading matters from start to finish
  • You’ll take ownership of timelines, develop strong client relationships, and contribute meaningfully to a collaborative, high-performing team culture.


About the Role


In this role, you’ll work closely with clients, with the support of a paralegal and direct guidance from a senior leader.


You’ll be drafting and reviewing a wide range of documents including:

  • Commercial leases and service agreements
  • Employment contracts and policies
  • Licensing and IP agreements
  • Capital raising and governance docs
  • Terms and conditions


Interested?


If you’re seeking more meaningful client work, better work-life balance, and a clear growth path, we’d love to hear from you.


Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.


For more information, please contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence

📞: +61 405216810

✉️: 
ykelly@keanemcdonald.com

Absolute discretion is assured.

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