Job Description
Join a well-established Australian commercial law firm with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base.
You will be part of a high-performing corporate team in Brisbane, working closely with experienced and respected Partners on a broad range of mid-market transactions and advisory matters.
The Role
This position offers exposure to a wide range of front-end corporate work, including:
Private mergers and acquisitions
Drafting and negotiating shareholders agreements, share sale agreements, asset sale agreeements, joint ventures and general commercial contracts
Corporate restructures and strategic transactions
Matters for private equity and financial sponsor clients
General corporate advisory matters
Legal due diligence, including coordinating workstreams and preparing reports
Working closely with clients on both domestic and cross-border transactions
You will have the opportunity to take a hands-on role in matters, working directly with clients and contributing to the delivery of practical, commercially focused advice.
About You
We are interested in speaking with corporate lawyers who are looking to continue developing their technical skills within a collaborative and client-focused team. Ideally, you will have:
6+ years’ PAE in corporate law (Senior Associate or Special Counsel level)
Experience in private M&A transactions, ideally within a mid-market or top-tier environment
Strong experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents
Exposure to due diligence processes and transaction management
A commercial and pragmatic approach, with an interest in understanding client objectives
Why Join
This firm offers the opportunity to work with a strong and established client base, alongside experienced Partners, in a team that values collaboration, transparency and professional growth. Benefits include:
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Generous parental leave
Study assistance and structured development
Health and wellbeing initiatives, including EAP and gym benefits
Corporate discounts and regular team and firm-wide social events
A strong pro bono program and community involvement
Flu vaccinations and skin checks annually
Daily breakfast
Sporting teams
Genuine growth trajectories
This is a genuine opportunity to build your corporate career within a supportive and well-regarded national firm, working on meaningful and high-quality transactions.
The Process
We offer flexible interview options, including in-person or virtual meetings (Zoom, Teams or phone) so you can present your best self in a comfortable setting.
Following our initial conversation, you will receive a detailed position profile to ensure full transparency around the opportunity.
To arrange a confidential discussion:
Click APPLY to upload your CV, or
Email your resume to Bianca Davies at bianca@lawstaff.com.au, quoting Ref: CO240326
Even if this role isn’t quite right, we would still love to connect. Many of our best opportunities across private practice and in-house teams are never publicly advertised.
LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
You will be part of a high-performing corporate team in Brisbane, working closely with experienced and respected Partners on a broad range of mid-market transactions and advisory matters.
The Role
This position offers exposure to a wide range of front-end corporate work, including:
Private mergers and acquisitions
Drafting and negotiating shareholders agreements, share sale agreements, asset sale agreeements, joint ventures and general commercial contracts
Corporate restructures and strategic transactions
Matters for private equity and financial sponsor clients
General corporate advisory matters
Legal due diligence, including coordinating workstreams and preparing reports
Working closely with clients on both domestic and cross-border transactions
You will have the opportunity to take a hands-on role in matters, working directly with clients and contributing to the delivery of practical, commercially focused advice.
About You
We are interested in speaking with corporate lawyers who are looking to continue developing their technical skills within a collaborative and client-focused team. Ideally, you will have:
6+ years’ PAE in corporate law (Senior Associate or Special Counsel level)
Experience in private M&A transactions, ideally within a mid-market or top-tier environment
Strong experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents
Exposure to due diligence processes and transaction management
A commercial and pragmatic approach, with an interest in understanding client objectives
Why Join
This firm offers the opportunity to work with a strong and established client base, alongside experienced Partners, in a team that values collaboration, transparency and professional growth. Benefits include:
Competitive salary and bonus scheme
Flexible working arrangements
Generous parental leave
Study assistance and structured development
Health and wellbeing initiatives, including EAP and gym benefits
Corporate discounts and regular team and firm-wide social events
A strong pro bono program and community involvement
Flu vaccinations and skin checks annually
Daily breakfast
Sporting teams
Genuine growth trajectories
This is a genuine opportunity to build your corporate career within a supportive and well-regarded national firm, working on meaningful and high-quality transactions.
The Process
We offer flexible interview options, including in-person or virtual meetings (Zoom, Teams or phone) so you can present your best self in a comfortable setting.
Following our initial conversation, you will receive a detailed position profile to ensure full transparency around the opportunity.
To arrange a confidential discussion:
Click APPLY to upload your CV, or
Email your resume to Bianca Davies at bianca@lawstaff.com.au, quoting Ref: CO240326
Even if this role isn’t quite right, we would still love to connect. Many of our best opportunities across private practice and in-house teams are never publicly advertised.
LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Private M&A Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate or Special Counsel) position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.