Solicitor, Corporate, M&A

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Elwyn Forster Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year


Job Description:

Join a premier global law firm renowned for its expertise in complex corporate transactions and commitment to excellence. With a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, the firm offers a dynamic environment where legal professionals thrive on challenging work and collaborative culture.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking a talented Solicitor to join its Band 1 Corporate M&A team in Melbourne. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions, providing strategic advice to a diverse client base and to work alongside arguably the best Partners in this space.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advise on the full spectrum of corporate transactions, including private and public M&A, takeovers, joint ventures, private equity, venture capital and shareholder arrangements.
  • Draft and negotiate core transaction documents while identifying key legal risks and supporting strategic decision-making for clients.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless legal solutions.
  • Build trusted relationships with clients and contribute to business development initiatives.

  • Mentor and support junior team members, fostering professional growth.

About You

  • Admitted to practice law in Australia with 3+ years PQE in corporate M&A.
  • Strong academic background and commercial acumen.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

If this sounds like you, please apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion with Chantel Forster on:

Elwyn Forster respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work, live, learn and play. We are also committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and accessibility in all that we do.

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