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About the team
Our national Corporate & Commercial group works with our clients across a variety of sectors, across the full spectrum of corporate and commercial transactions, including:

• M&A – private and public; domestic and cross-border;
• Private equity and venture capital;
• Equity capital markets (ECM) and fundraising;
• ASX Listing rules;
• Joint ventures, partnerships and business structuring and restructuring;
• IPOs;
• Complex commercial agreements;
• Corporate governance and compliance;
• Company secretarial matters.  

About the role
Our Sydney office is seeking a corporate lawyer, Associate to Senior Associate level, with at least 3 years PAE to join our national practice with a focus on private M&A transactions.

Within a collaborative national team, you will work alongside Partners Darren Pereira and William Kontaxis on a broad mix of M&A, often involving national corporates and private equity, for a range of clients in a growing practice.

On large transactions, you will work closely with the partners, on smaller transactions, you will be comfortable playing a key role with appropriate guidance from seniors in the team, and support from junior lawyers and paralegals.

Operating as a true national practice, this role will work closely with partners in Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra, presenting interesting, complex and varied work. 

About you
You will have at least 3 years of post-admission experience in corporate and commercial law, specialising in M&A. Ideally, you will have gained this experience from within a large practice or a specialised M&A practice.
  
You will have an in-depth knowledge of the relevant legislation in this area of practice and gained exposure to a range of corporate transactions and investments, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Private equity
• Joint ventures
• Shareholder Agreements
• Share Sale Agreements
• Asset Sale Agreements
• Due Diligence Reports
• Corporations Act advice

You will also possess:  

• Excellent drafting, critical and analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• An aptitude for training and managing the work of the junior members of the team
• Experience in juggling multiple priorities with good client management skills and strong attention to detail
• Genuinely enjoy working within a collaborative team who support each other to deliver the best possible client outcomes

Who we are
Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia’s largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with, expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.
  
Employee benefits
At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce.
  
Our benefits include:

• A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
• Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
• Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.

Firm awards and citations
We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

• Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
• Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
• Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30 The Best Lawyers in Australia™ awards/3 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia™ awards
• Doyle’s Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
• Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact
We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.
This includes:

• Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
• Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What’s next?
For further information, please visit our Careers website.
  
To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Lauren Steers-Lemai, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914 or lauren.steers-lemai@holdingredlich.com.
  
To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.
  
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