Associate

Senior Associate, Corporate Transactions & Advisory — Sydney

A Magic Circle firm

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Senior Associate role in a leading corporate transactions & advisory team in Sydney. You will work on a broad mix of public and private M&A, private equity, corporate governance, restructures, joint ventures, capital raisings and general corporate advisory matters.

The role involves drafting and negotiating transaction documentation, managing due diligence and transaction workstreams, advising on corporate governance and regulatory matters, and supervising junior lawyers. There are frequent cross‑practice and cross‑border interactions with other advisors and stakeholders.

The team offers high‑quality, complex transactional work, supportive career development, direct access to senior stakeholders and flexible working arrangements within a collaborative, inclusive environment.

  • Admitted as a lawyer in Australia or a commonwealth jurisdiction
  • Approximately 5+ years post‑admission experience in corporate law (M&A, private equity, corporate advisory and/or capital markets)
  • Proven drafting, negotiation and transaction management skills
  • Strong knowledge of the Corporations Act, ASX Listing Rules and foreign investment regulation
  • Ability to manage complex matters and supervise junior team members; strong commercial judgment and client focus

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