The Firm
A highly regarded national mid-tier law firm is expanding its Banking & Finance team in Sydney. The firm has recently welcomed two new Partners and a Special Counsel, bringing extensive top-tier experience to the practice. Known for its high-calibre team and strong reputation, the firm provides excellent career development opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment. With a focus on three key streams—Restructuring & Insolvency, Commercial Business Banking, and Corporate Lending—the team is experiencing significant growth, particularly in transactional lending.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer or Associate to join the Banking & Finance team, specifically within the transactional lending space. Working closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers, the successful candidate will be involved in a range of high-quality matters, including:
- Acting for major banks and non-bank lenders on commercial banking and finance transactions across various sectors, including property, corporate, construction, health, agriculture, and general business banking.
- Drafting and negotiating facility agreements, security documentation, and other finance-related contracts.
- Conducting due diligence, including reviewing material documents, leases, agreements for lease, pre-sale contracts, and put and call option agreements.
- Managing transactions across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Engaging directly with clients, fostering strong professional relationships, and contributing to business development initiatives.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Admission as a legal practitioner in Australia with a current practising certificate.
- A minimum of two years' post-admission experience in banking and finance law (essential).
- Experience working on finance transactions, including drafting and negotiating facility and security documents.
- Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of the drivers behind lending transactions.
- Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
- A proactive attitude, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and develop within the team.
- Experience using PEXA will be highly regarded.
This firm offers a supportive and collegiate environment with opportunities for career progression and professional development. Benefits include:
- A high-performing and collaborative team culture.
- Exposure to complex and high-value transactions.
- Direct mentorship from experienced partners and senior lawyers.
- Strong career development opportunities, including a clear pathway for progression.
- A flexible working environment that supports work-life balance (typically 2 days WFH).
- Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
Apply Now using a MS Word version of your CV or contact Kalinda Campbell at people2people recruitment on 02 8270 9715 or kalinda@people2people.com.au for a confidential discussion.
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