Corporate & Commercial Lawyers
Location: Australian Capital Territory or New South Wales (Onsite/Hybrid opportunities available)
Type: Permanent

Summary
SovereignSourced connects businesses with top talent and smart solutions to help them grow and succeed. We’re proud to partner with AQMN Legal, a specialist Defence law firm dedicated to empowering companies within the Defence sector.

Together, we’re hiring Corporate & Commercial Lawyers with government procurement experience.

About the Role

We are seeking forward-thinking Corporate & Commercial Lawyers with demonstrated government procurement experience who are eager to step beyond traditional legal practice. At AQMN, your entrepreneurial mindset will be encouraged, and your contributions will have a direct impact on client success.

You’ll apply your expertise in contract law, procurement, probity, and corporate governance to deliver practical, innovative commercial solutions. Your legal advisory work will go beyond conventional legal research and drafting—you’ll be a key part of multidisciplinary teams that solve complex government challenges with agility and precision.

Salary Range

Salaries for Corporate & Commercial Lawyers range from $120k to $150k including super, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver legal advisory services in government procurement, corporate governance, and commercial contracting

Draft and negotiate contracts, provide probity advice, and support high-value Commonwealth procurement activities

Interpret legislation and case law to develop innovative commercial solutions

Provide practical legal guidance across the procurement and contracting lifecycle

Collaborate with cross-functional clients and internal teams on strategic matters

Participate in AAT litigation proceedings, where applicable

Contribute to a culture of mentorship, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement

Skills and Experience

Security Clearance: AGSVA NV1 (Minimum) required, or the ability to obtain one

Practising Certificate in ACT or NSW (or ability to obtain one)

2–5 years PQE in Commercial or Corporate Law

Experience in at least one of the following: Litigation, Contracting, Government Procurement, Probity, Governance

Strong legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills

AAT litigation experience (Desirable)

Ability to think critically, commercially, and creatively in a legal context

Benefits of Joining

You will be joining a dynamic, high-performing small business that goes beyond the norm to deliver extraordinary outcomes for their clients. Their tight-knit, collaborative team culture, ensures everyone is supported, trusted, and empowered to make a real impact.

Join a team that’s trusted to solve complex problems.

Be part of a close, values-driven team where your contribution truly matters.

Enjoy flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and ongoing professional development.

Thrive in an environment that values initiative, integrity, and real outcomes over bureaucracy.