This role offers elite benefits, including 5 weeks of annual leave, market-leading remuneration with performance bonuses, and the rare advantage of no daily billable targets! It’s the perfect next step for 3-8 PAE lawyers from top-tier firms seeking a dynamic, high-calibre environment.

Join a Top-Tier law firm’s Corporate M&A team, working alongside two highly respected partners on complex, high-profile matters. You’ll gain exposure to a diverse range of work, including:

• Takeovers, public & private M&A
• Equity capital markets (ECM) transactions
• Consortiums & strategic fund investments (including clean energy)
• Complex FIRB approvals & foreign investment law
• IPOs, rights issues & share placements
• Corporate governance advice (Corporations Act, ASX Listing Rules, Foreign Acquisitions Act)

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Top-tier remuneration + 15% performance bonus
• No billable targets – focus on quality work, not hours
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + option to purchase extra
• Enhanced parental leave (super contributions on paid/unpaid leave)
• Flexible working to suit your lifestyle
• World-class career development (Harvard/Oxford programs, bespoke training, excellence scholarships)
• Pro bono opportunities to make an impact

Ideal Candidates will have:

• 3-8 years’ PAE in Corporate M&A (top-tier firm background preferred)
• Strong academics (GPA 5.5+)
• Commonwealth jurisdiction experience welcomed (returning overseas lawyers encouraged to apply!)

What’s Next?

At Law Staff, we handle your career move with discretion and ease- whether via call, video, or a CBD meeting in our offices. Share your ambitions in a no-pressure setting, and we’ll match you with the right opportunities transparently.

To apply, click APPLY and attach your relevant documents. Alternatively, please send your professional profile, quoting CO150825 to:

Bianca Davies – [email protected]

We understand timing is key when considering a career move. If this role sparks your interest but the timing isn’t quite right, we’d still love to hear from you. We can keep you updated on future opportunities that align with your career goals.

LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229

All applications are strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.