Careers
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We are always looking for talented and committed people to help us deliver on our mission. If you have, or are working towards, a law degree and you thrive working in a dynamic environment, here’s what you can expect at Zahr.
Careers at Zahr Partners
Outstanding People.
Outstanding Services.
At Zahr Partners we all share a passion for helping clients in times of need, uncertainty and opportunity. Join us and enjoy remarkable personal and professional growth.
Culture
We are an inclusive and family-oriented firm based in Sydney, we take pride in helping our staff thrive.
Values
Over the years we have developed a working ethos that shapes our work and our relationships with clients and with each other. It is a blueprint to remain the type of responsible, committed firm we can all be proud of.
Care
Your interest always comes first, so we offer expert guidance, unconditional support and genuine empathy to keep it that way.
Transparency
We use straightforward language and provide complete visibility of our process and fees, so you always know where you stand.
Expertise
We have dedicated professionals in all areas of the business to bring you the specialist advice your family or business require.
Current Opportunities
Property Lawyer
Property Law & Conveyancing
An opportunity has arisen for a property lawyer to join our busy property law team.
As an important member of the firm, you will work alongside the Managing Partner, lawyers and conveyancer and will be responsible for full carriage of your own matters end to end.
You can expect to have carriage of a variety of matters including:
- Drafting commercial agreements and property documents
- Conveyancing transactions including residential, off the plan and commercial sales and purchases
- Commercial leasing
- Subdivisions, easements, positive covenants, options agreements and compulsory acquisitions
- Joint venture and development agreements, franchising, business sales and acquisitions
- Property due diligence
- PPSR and caveats
- Disputes including planning and building appeals, defect claims and strata claims
- Being responsible for client's matters start to finish.
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A minimum 12 months PQE experience in property or commercial law
- Confidence to have carriage of your own matters
- Good business acumen
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Be motivated, reliable and exhibit strong problem solving skills
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Experience using PEXA and LEAP (preferred).
The Offer
- Immediate start
- Excellent competitive salary + bonus + super
- Part time or flexible hours considered
Apply now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email your covering letter and CV to tiani.rubal@zahr.com.au
Licenced Conveyancer
Property Law & Conveyancing
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced licenced conveyancer to join our busy property law team.
As an important member of the firm, you will work alongside the Managing Partner and property lawyers and will be responsible for full carriage of your own matters end to end.
You will look after a variety of matters including:
- Selling and purchasing of residential and commercial properties
- Off the plan
- Easements, positive covenants and subdivisions
- Put and call options
- Managing caveats and leases in PEXA
- Being responsible for client's matters from contract review right through to settlement.
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- Experienced licenced conveyancer with a minimum of 3 years experience in a well rounded conveyancing role
- Confidence to work autonomously and have carriage of your own matters
- Work well under pressure
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Confident interpersonal skills when dealing with clients, agents and referral partners
- Be able to build strong client relationships
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Experience using PEXA and LEAP (preferred).
The Offer
- Immediate start
- Excellent competitive salary + bonus + super
Apply now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email your covering letter and CV to tiani.rubal@zahr.com.au
Commercial Lawyer
Commercial Law
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced business / commercial / generalist lawyer to join our busy commercial team on a full-time basis.
You will effectively manage your own matters within the commercial law division and work with the Managing Partner to service current clients and grow the division in line with our 2023 strategy.
You will have full autonomy to run your own portfolio of matters including:
- Business and share sale / purchases;
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements;
- Landlord and tenant leasing;
- Commercial disputes;
- Corporations Law.
About you
- Experience: At least 18 months+ post-admission experience paired with strong commercial knowledge and negotiation skills. While commercial law experience is ideal, generalists and practitioners in other areas of law (Building/Construction Law, Employment Law) will also be highly regarded;
- Entrepreneurial: Hungry for success and looking to take charge of your career and future development;
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills and demonstrated attention to detail;
- Practice Management: Outstanding time and organisational management skills and the confidence to work independently;
- Team player: Willing to pitch in and help out, guide or mentor your colleagues.
What's in it for you
- Be part of a team of young, dynamic and entrepreneurial partners in a family focused firm.
- No long hours, unrealistic KPI’s or internal politics – We are not your average city law firm;
- Competitive salary package on offer with a generous Bonus structure on offer;
- Clear career path and professional development opportunities;
- Autonomy to take charge of your matters and effectively run your own practice;
- Flexible work culture;
- Work close to home in a professional, supportive environment
Apply now
If you are an experienced lawyer with commercial or generalist experience, we want to hear from you. Send your CV and covering letter to tiani.rubal@zahr.com.au
Senior Accountant
Accounting
Calling all experienced accountants!
This is a PART TIME role that will suit someone with previous bookkeeping, accounting or tax experience, wanting to work in a professional environment while having the convenience of working close to home.
This role provides an array of accounting and tax support to our SME clients. Your tasks include:
- First point of contact for all of our clients accounting related questions
- Attending to client accounting operations including data entry, receivables, payables, payroll, BAS/IAS, reconciliations, journals
- Preparation of management accounts, month end reporting and EOFY reports and work papers
- Preparing tax returns for various entity structures
- Liaising with the ATO, ASIC and financial institutions as required
About You
- 2+ years experience as an accountant
- Experience preparing returns and activity statements for various legal entities
- Experience preparing accounts to trial balance
- Experience working with Xero
- Mature enough to handle yourself in a standalone role and flexible enough to work with the rest of the team when needed
- Have excellent communications skills and be confident dealing with people from all walks of life
- Able to prioritise effectively and manage your own time
- Demonstrate attention to detail and have outstanding administration skills
What's in it for you
- Flexible working arrangements available, let’s discuss a working schedule that suits you
- Working from home options when required
- Be part of a young, dynamic and energetic team working in a caring, family-focused firm.
- Work close to home in a professional, supportive environment
- Stunning new offices
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Easy parking options and walking distance to Rockdale train station
- Remuneration will be based on experience
Apply now
If this role sounds like your dream come true send your CV and covering letter to tiani.rubal@zahr.com.au.
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Criminal Law
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer to join our busy criminal law team.
As an important member of the firm, you will work alongside the Managing Partner and be given the opportunity to instruct some of Australia's leading Counsel.
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A minimum 12 months post admission experience in Criminal defence law including regular Court appearances
- Outstanding attention to detail and critical thinking skills
- Solid written, analytical and communication skills
- Be able to work autonomously and have full carriage of matters while being flexible enough to be a team player and pitch in when needed
- Resilient and able to work well under pressure and to strict deadlines, often with competing priorities
- Confident communicator able to deal with clients from all walks of life
- Be able to build strong client relationships
If you're interested in this role forward an up-to-date copy of your CV and your covering letter to tiani.rubal@zahr.com.au