Minter Ellison is one of Australia's largest law firms, with nearly 200 years of business history. We're known for our legal and consulting expertise - and for our inclusive and authentic character.
Our purpose is to create sustainable value with our clients, people and communities. That means we have a proud history of providing excellence to clients, nurturing our people and giving back to the communities in which we live and work.
About Us
We value excellence, curiosity and collaboration. Clients rely on us for our responsive, commercial approach. Our clients include government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas.
Industry Leadership
Our industry leading Banking & Finance team in Sydney operate within our broader Corporate & Capital Markets line of business. They are a team of industry specialists led by partners James Mok and Leigh De Jong.
Expertise
Our practice is widely recognized for delivering practical, innovative solutions across a full range of corporate, real estate, project, and structured finance transactions. Our real estate finance practice is market-leading, consistently ranked as 'Tier 1' by Chambers & Partners. We serve as strategic advisers to major Australian and international banks, investment banks, non-bank lenders, debt funds, global sponsors, private equity houses, sovereign wealth funds, corporates, REITs, and government agencies on their most complex and strategic real estate finance and capital transactions.
Your Role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Associate to join the real estate finance team. You will be working on a broad range of real estate debt and equity capital matters including:
* Real estate debt transactions, including large syndicated financing transactions, development finance and private credit transactions (including traditional senior debt, unitranche, mezzanine debt, A/B loans and others);
* Real estate capital transactions, such as joint ventures, investment partnerships, development partnerships and establishment of debt funds and funding platforms.
You will enjoy a fascinating variety of legal work as part of a collaborative national team.
About You
You will be part of a close, supportive team working primarily with Leigh De Jong and our other leading real estate finance partners, who will mentor you to build your professional brand, team leadership and client skills.
Requirements
We welcome applications from lawyers who have:
* 6+ years' experience in real estate finance and/or real estate capital transactions, gained within a reputable commercial law firm or professional services firm;
* Strong technical drafting and communication skills;
* Ability to assist clients with making difficult decisions;
* A client focused mindset, a responsive manner and a demonstrated ability to form enduring relationships with peers, clients and industry contacts;
* A team player attitude, a collaborative method and collegial style, and the ability to mentor more junior lawyers in the group.
Why Minter Ellison
We offer flexible working options to encourage balance, wellbeing and support for sustainable ways of working and a range of social, financial and health benefits, including free gym membership - all with no minimum tenure.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ people and those with carer responsibilities. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.
How to Apply
We prefer to connect with people directly, so please submit your CV by clicking on the 'Apply' button. We encourage all applications, including if you do not meet the criteria listed for the role. Your application will also enable us to consider you for other opportunities that may be available at MinterEllison.
If you are currently a MinterEllison employee, please apply through the internal careers page.