Associate, Finance

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Full time

SYDNEY - CBD

THE OPPORTUNITY


We are seeking an Associate to join our leading Band 1 and award winning Banking and Finance team to be based in Sydney.


In this role you will work closely with our pre-eminent finance Partners and other senior lawyers across the local and national group.

You will gain excellent client exposure and opportunities to develop a network of relationships. You will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working in a team of highly ambitious and talented professionals.

You will have responsibility for contributing to an excellent client service, handling files, identifying issues and proactively providing solutions. You will play an important role in project to further develop business opportunities with existing and new clients.

You will be a key member of a highly motivated and innovative team comprising front-line lawyers and you will also work with colleagues in our interstate and international offices.

You will have extensive client exposure and opportunities to develop a network of relationships. You will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working in a team of highly ambitious and collaborative fee-earners.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • Demonstrable experience in delivering technical advice on a range of banking and finance matters from a top tier, national or international private practice environment;
  • An excellent academic record coupled with strong legal skills and a practical mindset;
  • A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team;
  • An ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously;
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to demonstrate collegiality within a team.

GROUP / TEAM
Finance

GROUP / TEAM DESCRIPTION
Our international banking and finance practice has strong capability across our global network.

We offer a comprehensive service to lenders, borrowers, advisers and other intermediaries and our main clients are leading global banks and businesses, who come to us for the perspective we bring to deals, our strong transaction management and our ability to handle demanding local and multi-jurisdictional structuring issues.


Herbert Smith Freehills is proud to be awarded Asia-Pacific Law Firm of the Year (2021 Chambers, Asia-Pacific); Australia Law Firm of the Year (2021 Chambers, Asia-Pacific); Australian Firm of the Year (2020 Benchmark Asia-Pacific Awards); Most Innovative International Law Firm, Asia Pacific (Financial Times Awards 2019 & 2020); Employer of Choice (2020 Australian Law Awards); Innovator of the Year (2020 Australian Law Awards) and Winner of the Minds Count Annual Award for Best Mental Wellbeing Initiative 2019.


What you can expect from us:

  • We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals. Your growth is our ambition as we strive to be the market leader. We embrace diversity, high performance, collaboration, and digital innovation. As leaders in our field, we are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. Join us and be part of a human, bold, and outstanding team.
  • As early adopters of agile working we prioritise flexibility to meet your needs, as well as that of your team, and your clients. You'll be in the office when you need to be and will be purposeful when you're there.
  • We prioritise your growth by providing a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
  • We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.

ROLE TYPE
Legal professionals/Practice Group

CONTRACT TYPE
Permanent

WORKING PATTERN
Full Time

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION


At Herbert Smith Freehills you will be part of a diverse, innovative culture where high performance, client focus and highly engaged people are our differentiator.

People at our firm come from a range of backgrounds and bring a wide variety of experiences and perspectives to their work with us.

We strive to ensure that our inclusive environment means you feel valued and able to perform at your best by being your authentic self at work.

We know that our future success not only depends on being innovative and progressive in the changing legal market but, most importantly, on our people feeling highly engaged in meaningful work.

We understand that you have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to create a working environment based on mutual trust and respect, in which you can perform at your best

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