Commercial Lawyer - Tax

A smart person once said, "Do things you 💙 with people you care about and good things happen", and at BlueRock, we are a growing team who love what we do. Our rapid growth means lots of change, and with growth comes opportunity and supercharged career development. While working with us, you’ll create a positive impact for our community and contribute to our very own Be BlueRock Foundation with pro bono and volunteering opportunities. About the Law Team BlueRock Law is a growing boutique to mid-sized commercial law firm. We are part of a multidisciplinary advisory firm of 300+. Located in the Melbourne CBD, we work in a vibrant, social office. Our law team is made up of staff providing services across litigation, migration, wills & estates, tax law, property, and commercial. About the role This is a unique opportunity for a lawyer with tax and general corporate/commercial experience to quickly become BlueRock’s go-to advisor for our start-up, SME and national clients. You’ll be the trusted advisor for BlueRock accountants, financial planners, brokers and wealth management professionals and their clients’ tax and commercial matters. What does this mean? Your own powerful network under the one roof, with heaps of referrals to grow your client base straight away! What you'll be doing Delivering expert advice on income tax, state taxes and duties, employee share plans, and tax disputes and ensure practical client solutions. Managing disputes with revenue authorities. Contributing to commercial law matters like business restructures and mergers and acquisitions. Managing the delivery and implementation of legal advice from end-to-end. Conducting legal research, prepare letters and memos of advice, and draft commercial legal documents like shareholders agreements, business sale agreements and trust deeds to address a variety of client needs. Collaborating closely with BlueRock’s multidisciplinary teams, working seamlessly with legal, accounting, and finance specialists to deliver holistic and innovative solutions. Benefiting from mentoring by leaders in their field. Embracing new ways to use technologies in the practice of law. Actively contributing to BlueRock’s inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking culture. Working with an exciting SME and start up client base! Our clients are span multiple industries including property development, tech, music and media. Requirements 2-5 years PAE at a mid-tier or top-tier law firm, with a strong focus on tax and duties law. In depth knowledge of Australian tax law. Demonstrated experience advising in a range of tax, duties and commercial matters. Amazing attention to detail and prioritisation skills. A passion for the law and for providing outstanding support. Benefits Our people love to work for us, here’s why!  We believe in work-life integration and offer a hybrid model that includes both in-office and remote work options. This approach allows our people to find the balance that works best for them, accommodating their individual needs and day-to-day flexibility whilst also recognising the value of connecting in our amazing office.   We have our very own BlueRock public holidays to give our people the day off, on us!  Free weekly lunches, awesome social events (including a social club – winery tours to museum tours), and an amazing headquarters in the CBD.  Access to 24/7 wellbeing, medical and safety support through our partner Sonder.   Receive mentoring and coaching from industry leaders  We are known for creating plenty of opportunities for growth and promotion.  An inclusive and diverse workplace culture centred on meaningful work, wellbeing and fun.  For more amazing perks of working at BlueRock and employee benefits – head to our careers page! Or check us out on our socials and TikTok, @BeBlueRock 😎  How to apply:  If this sounds like you, then please click on the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single point on the job description – please still apply. We’d love to see if you could be a great fit and we can't wait to meet you!  For any questions regarding this opportunity or if you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please reach out to John O’Hare at john.ohare@thebluerock.com.au or Lee Kelly at lee.kelly@thebluerock.com.au  Please be advised that BlueRock or any of its related or controlled entities do not accept unsolicited contact or resumes from Recruitment Agencies.  Even in 2024, it needs to be said, BlueRock is a workplace committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, citizenship, colour, disability, gender and gender identity, marital status, nationality, race, sexual orientation, or veteran status.