Property Lawyer | Mandarin or Cantonese | Boutique Firm

Seeking a Chinese-speaking Property Lawyer to join our client’s Brisbane-based boutique law firm.

3 Key Points:

• Act on diverse commercial & residential property matters
• Work closely with high-value Chinese investors & enterprises
• Join a respected, multilingual team in a specialist boutique firm

Our client is a well-established boutique law firm in Brisbane, renowned for delivering premium legal services to a loyal and growing client base. With deep ties to the Chinese-Australian business and investment community, this firm supports a diverse portfolio of clients – including SMEs, property developers, international corporations, and government-linked entities.

The team is highly skilled, multilingual, and culturally attuned – offering advice across business law, property and commercial matters, immigration, litigation, notarial services, and estate administration. By communicating with clients in their native language and understanding their cultural values, the firm has become a trusted legal partner and a leading name among Chinese-speaking professionals in Brisbane.

About the Role:

Our client is seeking an experienced Chinese-speaking Property Lawyer to join their thriving Brisbane practice. You will take ownership of a varied property portfolio involving commercial and residential transactions, leasing, off-the-plan developments, foreign investment matters, and more.
You’ll work directly with prominent Chinese investors, business operators, and multinational groups – providing strategic, language-appropriate legal advice. Your fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese will play a key role in building trust and facilitating smooth, effective communication.

This position offers exposure to high-value deals, a supportive and collaborative culture, and the opportunity to become a specialist in this niche, high-demand area.

Key Requirements:

• Admitted solicitor in Queensland
• Minimum of 4 years’ post-admission experience in Property Law (private practice experience needed)
• Fluent in Mandarin or Cantonese (both highly desirable)
• Strong background in conveyancing, leasing, and property development
• Skilled in drafting contracts and conducting negotiations
• Proven ability to manage diverse client relationships with cultural sensitivity
• Meticulous attention to detail and ethical professionalism

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience and results
• Opportunity to advise on major domestic and international transactions
• Regular referral work from a well-established client base
• A truly collaborative, multicultural workplace that values your language skills
• Career progression within a highly regarded boutique firm
• Flexibility and work-life balance in a positive and professional environment
• Develop a niche profile as a trusted legal advisor to Chinese-speaking clients

Contact Details:

Take the next step in your legal career with a firm that values your language, expertise, and cultural understanding.

For a confidential discussion, contact Karl at Gorilla Jobs on +61 468 713 572 or send your CV to [email protected]

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