Corporate Senior Associate Lawyer

Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Bianca Davies

Contact email: bianca@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: CO060225
Published: about 1 month ago
This role offers top-tier perks like 5 weeks of annual leave, high-end remuneration with bonuses, and the rare benefit of no daily billable targets! It’s the perfect opportunity for 3-8 PAE lawyers from top-tier firms looking for rewarding environment. 
  
This is a rare opportunity to join a leading law firm’s Corporate M&A team, working closely with 2 highly regarded partners. You’ll dive into a variety of exciting areas, including:
  • Takeovers, public and private mergers, and acquisitions
  • Equity capital markets transactions (ECM)
  • Consortiums
  • Complex FIRB approvals
  • Foreign investment law
  • Strategic fund investments in clean energy
  • Initial public offerings (IPOs), rights issues, and share placements
  • Corporate governance and advising on the Corporations Act, ASX Listing Rules, and the Foreign Acquisitions and Takeovers Act
PERKS
  • Top-of-market remuneration with a 15% bonus for exceeding performance targets
  • No billable targets – just record time for client billing purposes
  • 5 weeks of annual leave, plus the option to purchase extra leave
  • Parental leave support, including superannuation contributions on paid and unpaid leave
  • Flexible work arrangements are standard to support work-life balance
  • Unrivalled career development, including access to Harvard/Oxford Ivy League programs
  • Best-in-class training and a Scholarship for Individual Excellence
  • Opportunities to give back through the firm’s Pro Bono Program  
APPLY IF YOU HAVE:
  • 3 to 8 years PAE at a top-tier firm
  • Experience in Corporate M&A
  • Strong academic results (GPA above 5.5)
  • Lawyers returning from overseas with experience in other Commonwealth jurisdictions are also encouraged to apply
What’s Next?
  
At Law Staff, we take a confidential and relaxed approach to career conversations – whether over a call, video chat, or an in-person meeting in a lounge-style setting. This is your chance to share your experience and aspirations in a comfortable environment, allowing us to match you with the right opportunities. We’re transparent every step of the way, ensuring you leave with a clear picture of what’s available.
  
To apply, click APPLY and attach your relevant documents. Alternatively, please send your professional profile, quoting CO060225 to:
  
Bianca Davies – bianca@lawstaff.com.au
  
We understand timing is key when considering a career move. If this role sparks your interest but the timing isn’t quite right, we’d still love to hear from you. We can keep you updated on future opportunities that align with your career goals.
 
LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229 
 
All applications are strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.