Corporate M&A Lawyer | 5 PAE
20 hours ago
Overview
Corporate M&A Lawyer | 5 PAE
Join our client’s national law firm as a Corporate/Commercial Lawyer in Brisbane.
3 Key Points:
- Lead mergers, acquisitions, and strategic deals
- Clear leadership path within a major national firm
- Flexible work with top-tier clients across industries
About the Client
Our client is a leading national law firm with a strong reputation for excellence in Corporate and Commercial Law. With offices across Australia, they support a diverse portfolio of clients across industries including technology, healthcare, property, infrastructure, and finance. The firm is known for its progressive values, collaborative workplace culture, and commitment to developing legal talent at all levels.
This Brisbane-based team is dynamic, supportive, and highly skilled, offering the perfect environment for a lawyer looking to take their career to new heights.
About the Position
Our client is seeking an experienced Corporate M&A Lawyer (4–6+ years PAE) to step into a senior-level role and lead complex, high-value transactions. You'll work across a broad range of matters including M&A, joint ventures, commercial structuring, contract negotiation, and corporate governance.
You will be the key advisor to sophisticated business clients and entrepreneurial ventures, delivering practical, commercially focused legal solutions. There is a strong pipeline of work, national collaboration across offices, and mentorship from high-performing Partners.
This is a rare chance to join a prestigious team where your input is valued, and your development is a priority.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on complex corporate and commercial matters
- Manage mergers, acquisitions, restructures, and joint ventures
- Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts
- Deliver strategic legal advice that supports business goals
- Build and manage client relationships as a trusted advisor
- Mentor junior team members and contribute to team development
Key Requirements
- 4–6+ years post-admission experience in corporate/commercial law
- Experience managing significant transactions end-to-end
- Commercial mindset with a client-first approach
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
On Offer
- Career Growth: Clear progression to senior leadership or Partnership
- Interesting Work: High-quality transactions for notable commercial clients
- Mentorship: Work closely with experienced senior lawyers across Australia
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and hybrid options
- Culture: A collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking environment
- Remuneration: Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
- Development: Ongoing training and internal leadership programs
Contact Details
If you're ready to take your corporate/commercial career to the next level, apply now in confidence.
For a confidential conversation, reach out to Karl Stanley:
karl@gorillajobs.com.au
+61 468 713 572
LinkedIn – Karl Stanley
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