Lawyer / Senior Associate - Banking & Finance

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Clayton Utz Full time
Overview

Join to apply for the Lawyer / Senior Associate - Banking & Finance role at Clayton Utz.

We are currently recruiting for a talented senior lawyer or senior associate to our leading Banking & Finance team in Sydney. You will work closely with partner Graeme Tucker and other partners and senior practitioners across our Transactions group on a diverse range of complex matters spanning corporate, structured and asset-based financing transactions, as well as restructuring and special situations. You will act for a variety of lenders and financiers including commercial and investment banks, credit funds and other institutional financial services entities. You will lead transactions with significant client exposure and have the opportunity to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to their development.

Responsibilities
  • Lead transactions in Banking & Finance, acting for lenders and financiers including banks, credit funds and other institutional financial services entities.
  • Collaborate with partners and senior practitioners across the Transactions group on complex matters (corporate, structured and asset-based financing, restructuring, and special situations).
  • Manage matters with autonomy and efficiency, including significant client exposure.
  • Mentor junior lawyers, contributing to their development and shaping the practice.
Qualifications
  • 4+ years legal practice experience, gained within a reputable Banking & Finance practice at a reputable commercial law firm.
  • Demonstrated experience with corporate or structured financing (lender side).
  • Some experience with, or a desire to learn, front-end restructuring would be highly regarded.
  • Strong academic performance.
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to run matters with autonomy and efficiency.
  • Ability and willingness to mentor graduates and junior team members.
What Can We Offer?
  • Impactful Work: Work on meaningful and career-defining matters that shape business and industry.
  • Career Growth: Merit-based promotion pathways, backed by partners who invest in your success.
  • Culture and Environment: A collegiate workplace that values connection and collaboration, with a diverse and inclusive culture.
  • Reward and Recognition: Market-leading financial incentives including a competitive remuneration and bonus structure; up to 26 weeks paid parental leave with paid superannuation, with flexibility and inclusivity in mind.
How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates. If you are interested in this role, please click the 'Apply' button or contact the consultant for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements; please discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Nicole St John,

Accessibility and Inclusion

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Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees, as this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.


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