Lawyer, Corporate Transactions (M&A;), MelbourneJoin to apply for the Lawyer, Corporate Transactions (M&A;), Melbourne role at AshurstOverviewAshurst's Corporate Transactions team handles some of Australia's most complex and high-profile matters, spanning: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 governanceOur practice advises on matters that make headlines, working with leading corporates, investors and financial institutions across industries.The OpportunityAshurst's 2027 strategy involves significant investment in our Corporate Transactions teams across Australia.
We are bolstering our teams with additional Lawyer positions to be based in Sydney or Melbourne.
This role is ideal for someone looking to make a long-term commitment to their 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 (5 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 an outstanding career-defining opportunity for a talented lawyer to join one of Australia's leading corporate practices, working on matters that shape industries and define 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 the Healthscope hospitalsVGW on the proposed A$3.2bn scheme with LEOe2open on its proposed A$4bn acquisition by WiseTech (as 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 transactions that set the standard in the marketLong-term growth: commitment to investing in people and developing lawyers into market-leading practitionersSupportive, collegiate culture: team-oriented environment with excellence and supportGlobal platform: opportunity to work across jurisdictions and sectorsWhat makes Ashurst a great place to work?
Competitive remuneration with flexibility to reward high performanceFlexible workingComplimentary gym membershipsCorporate health plansGlobal professional development offering for all employeesIndustry-leading diversity and inclusion programmesWe are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a focus on First Nations pro bono work.
We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools, and to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to work at their best.Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart is our global strength, drive to innovate and collaborate, and commitment to excellence.Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionLegalIndustries: Legal Services and Law Practice
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📌 Lawyer, Corporate Transactions (M&A), Melbourne
🏢 Ashurst
📍 Melbourne