Legal Counsel

Company Description

You can help bring our villages to life!

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village, to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team united by being part of something bigger – to bring the best of life to our residents.

About the role

We’re looking for a Legal Counsel with 2–5 years post-admission experience to provide expert legal advice and support across property transactions, commercial contracts, and regulatory compliance. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level lawyer who wants to broaden their experience in a dynamic, purpose-driven organisation.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Review and negotiate land acquisitions and property contracts, conduct legal due diligence, and manage land transfer registrations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements, providing clear and practical advice to support business decisions.
• Advise on obligations under the Retirement Villages Act, Aged Care legislation, and other relevant laws.
• Assist with board and shareholder documentation and ensure compliance with ASX/NZX listing rules.
• Work closely with internal teams and external advisors to deliver timely, accurate legal solutions.

About you:

You are a qualified lawyer, ideally with experience in property or commercial law. You have strong drafting and negotiation skills, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Who are we looking for?

• Law degree and current practising certificate.
• 2–5 years PQE, ideally with experience in property law or commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and excellent communication skills.

Why Summerset: 

At Summerset, we believe diversity strengthens our team and enriches the care we provide. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life—including those with transferable skills from other industries. You may not tick all the requirements, and that’s okay; we value what you bring to the table and look at the whole individual. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported to thrive. 

Equal opportunity is at the heart of how we recruit, and we encourage you to bring your unique perspective and passion to our team. 

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: 

• Flexible working hours including two work from home days 
• Novated leasing
• Professional development and career progression opportunities tailored to you 
• Birthday Leave  

Next Steps:  Applications for this role will close on the 19th of January. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!