Lawyer, Corporate Transactions

At Ashurst, we don't just advise on deals — we shape the market. Our Corporate Transactions team - which has an impressive bench strength and which boasts a number of Australia's most highly rated partners - is at the forefront of some of Australia's most complex and high-profile matters, spanning:

• Public and private M&A, including takeovers and business/asset acquisitions and disposals
• Equity capital markets
• IPOs and ASX listing rule advice
• Restructuring and recapitalisations
• Joint ventures and corporate governance

Our practice consistently advises on the matters that make headlines, working with leading corporates, investors and financial institutions across industries.

The Opportunity

Ashurst's bold 2027 strategy involves significant investment in our Corporate Transactions teams across Australia. We are making significant progress and are looking to bolster our teams further with additional Lawyer positions to be based in Sydney or Melbourne. This role is ideal for someone looking to make a long-term commitment to their career in corporate law within a firm that will back their development and ambitions.

What We're Looking For

• Proven M&A experience, ideally gained at a leading firm (2 years + PQE)
• Excellent technical and drafting skills
• A commercial mindset and ability to provide strategic advice
• Strong team orientation, with the drive to mentor and support junior colleagues
• Commitment to building long-term client relationships

This is an outstanding career-defining opportunity for a talented lawyer to join one of Australia's leading corporate practices, working on the matters that shape industries and define careers.

Recent work

• Soul Patts on its proposed A$14bn merger with Brickworks;
• CC Capital Partners on its A$3.4bn proposal to acquire Insignia Financial;
• Healthscope acting for the receivers on the sale of the Healthscope hospitals.
• VGW on the proposed A$3.2bn scheme with LEO;
• e2open on its proposed A$4bn acquisition by WiseTech (as Australian counsel);
• Harmony Gold on its proposed A$1.6bn scheme for MAC Copper; and
• ANZ on its A$4.9bn acquisition of Suncorp Bank

Why Ashurst?

• High-profile, complex work: Get exposure to transactions that set the standard in the market.
• Long-term growth: We are committed to investing in our people. Our track record of developing lawyers into market-leading practitioners is second to none.
• Supportive, collegiate culture: Work in a collaborative environment where excellence is expected, but support is guaranteed.
• Global platform: As part of a premier international firm, you'll have the opportunity to work across jurisdictions and sectors.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

• competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
• flexible working;
• complimentary gym memberships;
• corporate health plans;
• a global professional development offering for all employees; and
• an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.