The Opportunity
A rare and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a talented 5-6 year PQE, top tier lawyer to join our market-leading corporate transactions practice in Sydney.
In this role, you will work closely with partner Walid Sukari on cross-sector, private M&A and other corporate and commercial transactions including sale and acquisition agreements, joint ventures, strategic alliance agreements and related complex commercial transactions
You will act for high-end domestic and global clients across a diverse range of sectors including logistics, energy, technology, software, real estate, construction and retail. Exposure to and familiarity with the IT&T sector and technology M&A transactions is desirable, but not essential.
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a passionate team with a shared vision of shaping Australia’s future business, industry and consumer landscape through transformative work and revolutionary thinking.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
5-6+ years PQE;
Strong transactional expertise, with the ability to lead complex M&A transactions;
Exceptional technical legal skills;
A capacity for bespoke and adaptive contract drafting; and
A naturally collegiate mindset which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative ways of working.
What Can We Offer?
Impactful Work Work on meaningful and career-defining matters that shape business, industry and legal landscapes.
World- class and AI-enabled cutting-edge tools and infrastructure to support our delivery of innovative, first-tier legal services to our clients.
Career Growth Merit-based promotion pathways, backed and supported by partners who invest in your success.
Culture and Environment A truly collegiate workplace that values connection and collaboration.
Reward and Recognition Market-leading financial incentives, including a competitive remuneration and bonus structure that rewards high performance.
How to Apply?
We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.
Consultant Contact Details
Nicole St John, (02) 9353 4928
Accessibility and Inclusion
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com
For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here
Agency submissions
Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.
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