Banking and Finance Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Gorilla Jobs Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Our client is a premier Australian commercial law firm renowned for handling high-stakes transactions and disputes for major corporates, private clients, funds, and international investors. With offices in Sydney and Melbourne, the firm combines deep commercial understanding with strategic legal acumen, regularly advising on Australia's most complex legal matters.

On offer:

  • Competitive remuneration with market-leading employee benefits
  • Fully subsidised corporate gym membership and prime CBD location
  • Weekly social events and supportive, inclusive team culture
  • Access to top-tier transactions and high-profile clients
  • Free legal services for wills, conveyancing and estate planning
  • Discounts on health insurance, financial services, and more
  • Ongoing training through a structured development program
About the position:

An exciting opportunity exists for a talented Banking & Finance Lawyer with 2–4 years' PAE to join our client's high-performing Sydney team. This role offers exposure to a full spectrum of financing transactions and the chance to build a well-rounded legal skillset.
In this role, you will:

  • Advise on corporate, property, project, and structured finance transactions
  • Act for both borrower and lender sides, including hedge funds, developers, and PE sponsors
  • Work directly with senior lawyers and partners on major domestic and cross-border deals
  • Contribute to debt restructurings, equity raisings, fund structures and JV financing arrangements
  • Collaborate across disciplines, integrating advice with commercial, tax, insolvency, and construction teams
  • Gain early responsibility, direct client access, and support to take ownership of your matters
  • Work in a close-knit team that fosters professional growth and personal connection
Key Requirements:
  • 2–4 years' post-admission experience in banking and finance within private practice
  • Proven experience across a range of complex finance transactions
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
  • Commercial mindset with the ability to assess strategic implications for clients
  • A team-first attitude, with a drive to contribute meaningfully to outcomes
  • Excellent academic credentials and a proactive, detail-oriented approach | Please provide your academic transcript upon application
Interested in this position?

Apply now or email your resume to Daniel Cappellacci at ****** or call *** to hear more about the role.

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  • $120,000 - $180,0000
  • Work closely with respected partners and high-profile clients
  • Broad exposure across structured, property, and project finance deals

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