Associate/Senior Associate - Corporate/M&A, Sydney

Join a top-tier Corporate M&A practice recognised for advising on some of the most complex and high-profile transactions in the Australian market. With a strong national presence and a collaborative team environment, the firm offers an outstanding platform for lawyers looking to work on sophisticated, market-leading deals.

The Opportunity

The firm is seeking an Associate / Senior Associate (4+ PQE) to join its Corporate M&A team in Sydney.

This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of complex transactions, including public and private M&A, private capital transactions and equity raisings. You will work closely with highly regarded partners and advise leading corporates, financial sponsors and boards on high-value transactions and regulatory matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on public and private M&A transactions, including takeovers and acquisitions.

• Support private capital transactions and equity raisings.

• Draft and negotiate key transaction documentation.

• Advise clients on corporate governance, securities laws and regulatory matters.

• Work collaboratively with partners and cross-practice teams on complex transactions.

• Build strong client relationships and contribute to the growth of the practice.

About You

• Admitted to practice in Australia or New Zealand with 4+ years' PQE in Corporate M&A, ideally gained at a top-tier, national or international law firm.

• Strong experience across public and private M&A transactions.

• Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.

• Commercially minded with the ability to manage aspects of complex transactions.

• A collaborative mindset with the ability to work both independently and within a high-performing team.

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

chantel@elwynforster.com

+61 497 651 226

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