Associate / Senior Associate – Corporate and M&A

4 days ago

Brisbane Queensland Australia HopgoodGanim Lawyers Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

Elevate your career in Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions and work alongside industry leaders while shaping your professional path.

  • One of Australia's leading independent law firms
  • Direct access to experienced Partners and practitioners
  • Join a collaborative and friendly team environment

About the role

If you thrive on high-impact M&A, capital markets, and complex commercial negotiations, this role offers the challenge you're looking for. You'll bring deep knowledge of the Corporations Act and ASX Listing Rules, and have a track record of delivering innovative solutions for corporate clients ranging from start-ups through to listed companies

In this role you will:

  • Advise on equity capital markets transactions, including IPOs, demergers, and secondary raisings
  • Advise on M&A and takeovers, including due diligence, negotiation, and preparation of key transaction documents
  • Assist listed companies with General Meeting materials, ASX/ASIC liaison, and ASX Listing Rule compliance (including continuous disclosure)
  • Provide corporate governance advice to listed, unlisted, and private companies

About you

You're a motivated Associate or Senior Associate with 4-7 years' PAE, with broad experience across M&A, capital market transactions, commercial agreement negotiations and general corporate advisory. You are someone who can work with other areas of practice to drive and co-ordinate deals, and the experience to understand when to consult with other subject matter experts.

We think you'll thrive in this role if you are:

  • Adept at building and developing client relationships
  • Proud of strong service skills and a pragmatic approach to achieving the best outcomes for clients
  • Possess well-developed drafting and research skills
  • Able to manage files with appropriate supervision and guidance from senior team members
  • Highly organised with excellent file management skills
  • Willing to think on your feet and approach problems with a flexible mindset
  • Developing the strong ability to identify potential issues and contribute to effective matter progression

About us

Regularly featured in Doyle's Guide and The Best Lawyers, HopgoodGanim Lawyers has a long-standing reputation for excellence in Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions. We are a proud, independent firm known for our strong values and meaningful client relationships.

What you can expect from us:

  • A team of passionate, approachable experts who support each other
  • Genuine opportunities to grow and shape your career
  • Realistic billable targets
  • New client and practitioner referral incentives
  • A dedicated in-house business development team to build your external profile
  • Hybrid and flexible work options

At HopgoodGanim, you're not just a small piece of a big machine; you're a valued, integral member of the team. We are committed to delivering exceptional service and our distinctive culture is widely recognised as one that supports its people and fosters a genuine love for the work we do.

We kindly request that no agency applications be submitted at this time.

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