Solicitor (2-3 yrs) - Banking and Finance (Real Estate Finance and DCM)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor to join our Banking & Finance practice working with our Real Estate Finance and Debt Capital Markets team.

Our work

You will be responsible for varied challenging and complex legal work. This role will see you work on a wide range of financing transactions with a particular focus on property and corporate finance and debt capital markets transactions for Australian and international clients. 

Our team

This role will see you work with Natalie Halpern and Ken Astridge, who lead a team that services leading Australian and international clients on all aspects of their funding needs. While the core team has a real estate focus, it has speciality of looking after the needs of the treasury teams in that sector with an even spread between sponsor and financier side work (giving it a balanced understanding of market issues).  The expectation is a degree of agility and flexibility – to be able to dive into the detail of a complex construction finance while being able to step back and consider the implications of a structured debt instrument on a Corporate Group's financing position.  It will also open up opportunities to work across the broader KWM Banking & Finance team.

You will have

• previous experience in a corporate finance, real estate finance and/or debt capital markets role working for a highly regarded banking team

• excellent technical, analytical, communication and research skills - to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice

• strong commitment to client service - you will play a role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with clients

• team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships

• enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks

• first rate experience of drafting documents.

• a willingness to be challenged, and think creatively and laterally

Who are we?

A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. 

With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact. 

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do.  We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Next Steps

Please click 'Apply Now' to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you're applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean,

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages. 

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email