Job Title Lawyer, Corporate Transactions (M&A), Melbourne At Ashurst, we don't just advise on deals — we shape the market. Our Corporate Transactions team - which has an impressive bench strength and which boasts a number of Australia's most highly rated partners - is at the forefront of 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 consistently advises on the matters that make headlines, working with leading corporates, investors and financial institutions across industries.The Opportunity Ashurst's bold 2027 strategy involves significant investment in our Corporate Transactions teams across Australia. We are making significant progress and are looking to bolster our teams further 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 the matters that shape industries and define careers.Recent workSoul Pattson its proposed A$14bn merger with Brickworks;CC Capital Partnerson its A$3.4bn proposal to acquire Insignia Financial;Healthscopeacting for the receivers on the sale of the Healthscope hospitals.VGWon the proposed A$3.2bn scheme with LEO;e2openon its proposed A$4bn acquisition by WiseTech (as Australian counsel);Harmony Goldon its proposed A$1.6bn scheme for MAC Copper; andANZon its A$4.9bn acquisition of Suncorp BankWhy Ashurst?High‐profile, complex work:Get exposure to transactions that set the standard in the market.Long‐term growth:We are committed to investing in our people. Our track record of developing lawyers into market‐leading practitioners is second to none.Supportive, collegiate culture:Work in a collaborative environment where excellence is expected, but support is guaranteed.Global platform:As part of a premier international firm, you'll have the opportunity to work across jurisdictions and sectors.What makes Ashurst a great place to work? We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:Competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;Flexible working;Complimentary gym memberships;Corporate health plans;A global professional development offering for all employees; andAn industry‐leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro‐bono practice.We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.#J-18808-Ljbffr