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A Real Estate Lawyer’s Move from New Zealand to Melbourne

Cecilya Amorim
November 1, 2023

Overview


Candidate: Real Estate Lawyer
Move: Top-tier NZ firm to leading Australian law firm
Experience: 3 Years PQE, New Zealand Qualified


This case study highlights the successful transition of a highly skilled New Zealand-qualified real estate lawyer to the Australian legal market, with the guidance of Matthew Mayes, Senior Consultant at Sonder Consultants.

Candidate’s Priorities

  • Relocate to Melbourne for career progression in the Australian legal market
  • Join a real estate practice group offering strong mentorship and career growth

The Process

The candidate had already applied to several Melbourne firms through another recruiter. However, after seeing one of Matthew Mayes' LinkedIn posts about open roles, she reached out for assistance. Matthew quickly identified overlooked opportunities in his client network and focused on firms that aligned with her goals.

Matthew leveraged his connections to secure an interview for the candidate at a leading Australian law firm. The candidate’s skills and experience impressed the firm, and within three weeks, she had signed a contract, secured housing in Melbourne, and submitted her resignation.

The candidate successfully transitioned to her new role, marking both a significant career move and a lifestyle change. Despite prior applications with other firms, Matthew’s strategic guidance ensured a smooth process.

Recruiter Insight


“Even when a candidate has explored multiple options, there’s always room for success with the right approach. It’s all about seeing the potential and making the right connections at the right time.”— Matthew Mayes, Senior Consultant, Sydney

Considering a Move to Melbourne?
Reach out to Matthew Mayes for expert advice on your career options.

To maintain confidentiality, we do not disclose the candidate’s or firm’s names.

Cecilya Amorim
Marketing Executive
Matthew Mayes
Senior Consultant
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