Associate (3-5yrs PAE) - Global B&F
Sydney C B D, New South Wales I $100,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annual
Associate (3-5yrs PAE) - Global B&F
Join a top tier international law firm as a 3-5yr PQE Associate in a market leading Global Financial Markets team based in Sydney, working on complex cross border transactions for major financial institutions and corporates.
The Firm
This top-tier global law firm has a long established global presence and is recognised for advising on high value and market defining matters across key financial centres worldwide. Its Sydney office is known for technical excellence, a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to innovation, including the integration of advanced legal technology. Lawyers benefit from a supportive environment that emphasises continuous learning, wellbeing and inclusion.
The Role
The firm is seeking an Australian qualified Associate Lawyer to join its Global Financial Markets team on a full time permanent basis. Working with partners and senior lawyers locally and overseas, the successful candidate will:
• Advise financial institutions and corporates on a wide range of global financial markets and international capital markets transactions
• Work on complex funding arrangements, capital markets issuances and cross border documentation
• Support clients with risk management matters including derivatives and structured products
• Contribute to work in growing areas such as sustainable finance and digital bond transactions
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of transaction documents with precision and commercial insight
• Coordinate with colleagues across practices and jurisdictions to deliver seamless service
• Assist with business development, client pitches and thought leadership
• Participate in knowledge sharing and contribute to team development
This role provides exposure to high profile transactions, cross border work and early opportunities to build strong client relationships.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Australian admission with approximately 3-5 years PQE gained in a top tier or highly regarded international firm
• Experience in global financial markets, international capital markets or closely aligned banking and finance work
• Strong academic results and excellent legal analysis skills
• High level drafting ability and strong attention to detail
• A proactive, resilient and curious mindset, with a commitment to ongoing learning
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
• Commercial acumen and an interest in financial markets and economic trends
• Sound judgment, integrity and professionalism
Candidates overseas who are considering a return to Sydney are also welcome to apply.
Benefits
The successful candidate will enjoy:
• A truly international platform and exposure to market leading transactions
• Hybrid working arrangements including regular work from home flexibility
• Structured training at both local and global levels
• Opportunities for national and international secondments
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive team culture
• Regular social events, wellbeing initiatives and access to an employee assistance program
• Competitive remuneration and clear career progression pathways
For a confidential discussion or to request further information, please contact Kalinda Campbell, Senior Consultant, Permanent Legal, on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.au.
Please apply using a Microsoft Word version of your CV.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
The Firm
This top-tier global law firm has a long established global presence and is recognised for advising on high value and market defining matters across key financial centres worldwide. Its Sydney office is known for technical excellence, a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to innovation, including the integration of advanced legal technology. Lawyers benefit from a supportive environment that emphasises continuous learning, wellbeing and inclusion.
The Role
The firm is seeking an Australian qualified Associate Lawyer to join its Global Financial Markets team on a full time permanent basis. Working with partners and senior lawyers locally and overseas, the successful candidate will:
• Advise financial institutions and corporates on a wide range of global financial markets and international capital markets transactions
• Work on complex funding arrangements, capital markets issuances and cross border documentation
• Support clients with risk management matters including derivatives and structured products
• Contribute to work in growing areas such as sustainable finance and digital bond transactions
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of transaction documents with precision and commercial insight
• Coordinate with colleagues across practices and jurisdictions to deliver seamless service
• Assist with business development, client pitches and thought leadership
• Participate in knowledge sharing and contribute to team development
This role provides exposure to high profile transactions, cross border work and early opportunities to build strong client relationships.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Australian admission with approximately 3-5 years PQE gained in a top tier or highly regarded international firm
• Experience in global financial markets, international capital markets or closely aligned banking and finance work
• Strong academic results and excellent legal analysis skills
• High level drafting ability and strong attention to detail
• A proactive, resilient and curious mindset, with a commitment to ongoing learning
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
• Commercial acumen and an interest in financial markets and economic trends
• Sound judgment, integrity and professionalism
Candidates overseas who are considering a return to Sydney are also welcome to apply.
Benefits
The successful candidate will enjoy:
• A truly international platform and exposure to market leading transactions
• Hybrid working arrangements including regular work from home flexibility
• Structured training at both local and global levels
• Opportunities for national and international secondments
• A friendly, inclusive and supportive team culture
• Regular social events, wellbeing initiatives and access to an employee assistance program
• Competitive remuneration and clear career progression pathways
For a confidential discussion or to request further information, please contact Kalinda Campbell, Senior Consultant, Permanent Legal, on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.au.
Please apply using a Microsoft Word version of your CV.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
Location:
Sydney C B D, New South Wales
Salary:
$100,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annual
Work type:
Full Time
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