OverviewAshurst is seeking a Lawyer, Corporate Transactions (M&A;) in Sydney.
Our Corporate Transactions team handles notable, high-profile matters across Australia, spanning public and private M&A;, equity capital markets, IPOs and ASX listing rule advice, restructuring and recapitalisations, and joint ventures and corporate governance.
Our practice advises on matters that make headlines, working with leading corporates, investors and financial institutions across industries.Practice areas include:Public and private M&A;, including takeovers and business/asset acquisitions and disposalsEquity capital marketsIPOs and ASX listing rule adviceRestructuring and recapitalisationsJoint ventures and corporate governanceThe OpportunityAshurst's 2027 strategy involves significant investment in our Corporate Transactions teams across Australia.
We are bolstering our Sydney and Melbourne teams and are looking for additional Lawyers who are committed to a long-term career in corporate law within a firm that will back their development and ambitions.What We're Looking ForProven M&A; experience, ideally gained at a leading firm (2+ years PQE)Excellent technical and drafting skillsA commercial mindset and ability to provide strategic adviceStrong team orientation with the drive to mentor and support junior colleaguesCommitment to building long-term client relationshipsThis is a career-defining chance to join one of Australia's leading corporate practices and work on matters that shape industries and careers.Recent WorkSoul Patts on its proposed A$14bn merger with BrickworksCC Capital Partners on its A$3.4bn proposal to acquire Insignia FinancialHealthscope acting for the receivers on the sale of Healthscope hospitalsVGW on the proposed A$3.2bn scheme with LEOe2open on its proposed A$4bn acquisition by WiseTech (Australian counsel)Harmony Gold on its proposed A$1.6bn scheme for MAC CopperANZ on its A$4.9bn acquisition of Suncorp BankWhy Ashurst?
High-profile, complex work: Exposure to market-setting transactionsLong-term growth: Commitment to investing in people and developing lawyers into market-leading practitionersSupportive, collegiate culture: Collaborative environment with excellence and supportGlobal platform: Opportunity to work across jurisdictions and sectorsWhat makes Ashurst a great place to work?
Competitive remuneration and performance-based rewardsFlexible workingComplimentary gym membershipsCorporate health plansGlobal professional development offering for all employeesIndustry-leading diversity and inclusion programsWe are committed to delivering positive impacts to communities through our Social Impact programme, with emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.
We recruit, retain and promote the best people from diverse talent pools and strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to perform at their best.
Our global strength, drive to innovate and collaborate, and commitment to excellence set Ashurst apart as a unique place to work.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegal, General Business, and OtherIndustries: Legal Services and Law Practice
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