Senior Lawyer - M&A

About the role

A national Australian firm based in Melbourne, which works with multinational corporations, private equity firms and emerging businesses, is recruiting a Senior Lawyer. The role centres on leading complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions and advising clients on deal structures, compliance and risk.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions
• Advise clients on deal structures, regulatory compliance, due diligence and risk mitigation
• Negotiate and draft transaction documents such as share purchase agreements, joint venture agreements and shareholder agreements
• Provide strategic advice on corporate governance and restructuring
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers
• Build and maintain client relationships to support business development

Required profile

• Minimum 8+ years of post-qualification experience in M&A or corporate law, ideally from a leading firm or in-house team
• Proven ability to handle complex transactions from inception to completion
• Strong understanding of market trends and ability to give commercially sound advice
• Experience mentoring teams and managing client relationships
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Admission as a lawyer in Australia or New Zealand