The Firm
This major Australian corporate law firm is widely recognised for its depth of expertise across public and private M&A, equity and debt capital markets, and general corporate advisory. With offices across multiple capital cities and a team of over 650 professionals nationally, the firm offers a dynamic, supportive and professional work environment. Known for its strong mid-market client base, the firm values commercial acumen, client service, and a genuinely collaborative team culture. Lawyers here are trusted to take ownership of their work while being backed by a national platform and highly regarded partners.

The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate (or Special Counsel) to join the Corporate team in Sydney. Working closely with a highly experienced partner, the successful candidate will advise on a wide range of matters, including:

• Public and private M&A transactions;
• Corporate advisory and governance matters;
• Equity and debt capital markets;
• Joint ventures and restructures;
• Complex commercial contracts and legal due diligence;
• Cross-practice collaboration with other specialist teams within the firm.

The role offers a varied and high-quality mix of work across industries, with the expectation of 6 billable hours per day. This position presents a genuine career development opportunity within a nationally recognised corporate practice.

The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:

• 4+ years’ PAE, with solid experience in corporate/M&A transactions;
• A strong academic record (no fails, ideally with mostly distinctions);
• Experience gained in a mid-tier or top-tier firm (preference given to candidates outside of boutique environments);
• Strong technical skills in contract drafting, corporate structuring, and transactional project management;
• Demonstrated ability to manage matters autonomously, while also mentoring juniors and contributing to a collegiate team environment;
• Confidence in client-facing work, with a commercial mindset and solution-focused approach;
• A collaborative attitude and desire to grow within a high-performing team.

Benefits
This firm is committed to fostering a culture of excellence, flexibility, and support. Benefits include:

• Hybrid working model (typically 60/40 office/WFH);
• Competitive remuneration package up to $280k including super, dependent on experience;
• 26 weeks paid parental leave, with comprehensive return-to-work support;
• A strong career development framework, with transparent promotion pathways;
• Study assistance, mentoring, and ongoing legal training;
• Daily breakfast and regular wellness initiatives, including flu vaccinations and skin checks;
• Involvement in pro bono work, firm-wide social events, sporting teams, and end-of-year functions.

Apply Now using a MS Word version of your CV or contact Kalinda Campbell at people2people recruitment on 02 8270 9715 or [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

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