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Rare opportunity to join a rapidly growing practice group Blue-chip clients; strong $; flexible work; genuine career growth and more
* Prestigious corporate and commercial team situated in a national firm
* Diverese blue-chip client base + complex transactions
* Merit based
Are you an ambitious corporate and commercial lawyer ready to take a leadership role in a dynamic, high-growth practice? We're seeking a talented Senior Associate with 5+ years of PAE to join a prestigious Corporate & Commercial team in Brisbane. This is your opportunity to work with a diverse client base, drive complex transactions, and mentor junior talent in a supportive, merit-driven environment.
Why This Role is Exceptional:
* High-Impact Work: Lead on transformative matters, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raisings, corporate restructures, and commercial contracts, across industries like Food and Agribusiness, Transport, and Construction & Logistics.
* Unrivalled Career Progression: Excel in a true meritocracy where your contributions shape your future. With structured career forecasting and direct partner mentorship, you'll have the tools to fast-track your path to leadership.
* Dynamic Team Environment: Join a collaborative, high-performing team of professionals who value innovation and excellence. Work closely with experienced partners and guide junior colleagues to success.
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies, including purchased, parental, and performance-based leave, designed to support your lifestyle.
* Vibrant Firm Culture: Thrive in a welcoming, down-to-earth workplace with regular social events, sports clubs, and networking opportunities to connect across the firm.
What You'll Do:
* Lead and advise on high-stakes M&A transactions, capital raisings, and corporate restructures.
* Draft, negotiate, and manage key transaction documents, including sale and purchase agreements, disclosure materials, and governance agreements.
* Scope, plan, and conduct due diligence with a strategic and meticulous approach.
* Provide commercially astute advice to a diverse client base, from startups to ASX-listed companies and large unlisted entities.
* Mentor and manage junior lawyers, fostering their development and ensuring effective team resource allocation.
* Drive client relationships through direct engagement and tailored, results-focused solutions.
Who You Are:
* A quality lawyer with 4+ years of PAE in a reputable corporate and commercial practice.
* Skilled in drafting and negotiating transaction documents and commercial contracts, with experience in governance agreements and corporate advisory work.
* A strategic thinker with excellent analytical and communication skills, capable of delivering technically sound and commercially focused advice.
* A natural leader with strong project and relationship management skills, comfortable working autonomously and mentoring junior colleagues.
* Passionate about corporate and commercial law, with a keen interest in driving client success across diverse industries.
Why Apply? This is your chance to join a leading Corporate & Commercial practice where your expertise and ambition will shine. You'll work on cutting-edge transactions, build your leadership skills, and be part of a firm that invests in your growth. With a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative, high-energy team, this role offers the perfect platform to elevate your career.
Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're a ambitious lawyer looking to elevate your career but unsure where or how to get things going, get in touch with me.
Details below
Jas Bassi– Senior Legal Recruiter
Burgess Paluch Legal Recruitment
Phone: 03 8676 0331
Email: Jas@bplr.com.au
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