About this Role
Private M&A + Private Equity | Global Platform | Career-Defining Transactions
An outstanding opportunity is available for a talented Corporate Associate (3–5 PQE) to join a high-performing corporate practice advising on sophisticated private M&A and private equity transactions, both domestically and across borders.
This role offers exposure to premium deal work, direct access to dynamic Partners, and a genuine long-term progression pathway within a collaborative, top-tier environment.
You will join a growing Corporate team with deep expertise across the full lifecycle of complex transactions, including:
Private M&A (buy-side and sell-side)
Private equity investments and exits
Cross-border deal structuring and execution
Post-completion integration and group restructures
Corporate governance and strategic advisory matters
Working closely with senior practitioners, you will play an active role in major matters while continuing to build your technical capability and commercial confidence.
This is an ideal opportunity for an Associate looking to step into career-defining work within a supportive and high-calibre team.
In this role, you will:
Support and lead components of private M&A and PE transactions
Draft and negotiate transaction documents
Advise clients on corporate governance and strategic issues
Assist with complex structuring and post-deal integration work
Work collaboratively with colleagues across national and international offices
Contribute to business development and firm-wide initiatives
To be successful, you will have:
3–5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate law
Strong experience in Private M&A (Australian market preferred)
Excellent drafting skills and strong attention to detail
A commercial mindset and practical, client-focused approach
Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
A proactive work ethic and collaborative team style
This is a firm that values more than technical excellence — lawyers are encouraged to contribute meaningfully to:
Business development initiatives
Firm-wide engagement and community involvement
A supportive and team-oriented culture
You will be joining an environment where mentorship, teamwork and professional growth are prioritised.
This opportunity sits within a leading global law firm with:
Over 1,500 lawyers worldwide
More than 40 offices across four continents
A truly collaborative cross-border culture
Lawyers work seamlessly across jurisdictions, delivering innovative solutions while staying closely connected to their local markets.
In addition to premium work and strong progression opportunities, you will enjoy:
Ongoing training and structured professional development
Corporate health and wellbeing program + annual wellbeing allowance
Regular social events and firm-sponsored initiatives
One paid volunteer day per year
A supportive, inclusive workplace where career journeys are genuinely valued
If you are a corporate lawyer looking to take the next step into high-end transactional work with a global platform and outstanding mentorship, this is an opportunity not to miss.
Confidential discussions and applications are welcome.