This vacancysits within our corporate practice working primarily withwell-regarded partner, Russell Lyons, head of the Sydney CapitalMarkets Practice. The team is involved in IPO's, secondaryraisings and takeovers including significant domestic &cross-border; mergers and acquisitions for both private and publiccompanies as well as their financial regulation, governance andrisk management.
We act forlisted and large private clients in a range of different industriesincluding financial services, technology, education, manufacturing,distribution and retail, health and resources.
Therole
We can offeryou the opportunity to join a high performing team and workautonomously with support and supervision from our greatpartners. On a day-to-day basis you will have the chanceto
- Draftcomplex documents which require meticulous attention todetail
- Adviseand act for local and multinational organisations
- Projectmanage client matters
- Participate in businessdevelopment and client relationship activities
- Contribute to the firm'slearning and development program in area ofspecialty
Aboutyou
We value ourculture at K&L; Gates and are proud of our friendly andrespectful reputation. We are looking for likeminded individualswho in addition to possessing technical excellence are able to workcollaboratively in a team to get things done.
We areseeking an experienced mid-level lawyer (2-3 years PQE) who hascapital markets and M&A; experience working on sophisticated andcomplex transactions. You should be practical and proactive in yourapproach in addition to demonstrating strong problem-solvingskills.
A high level of client service is expected as are excellentorganisation, written and oral communication skills.
Thesuccessful applicant will have exceptional technical abilities, becommercially minded, with previous experience or desire tosupervise and mentor junior team members.
Theextras
K&L; Gatespromotes equal opportunities for all employees to progress in theircareers.
Initiativesinclude:
- 26 weekspaid parental leave
- Flexibleworking options
- Salarycontinuance insurance
- Socialevents - social club and sporting teams
AboutUs
K&L; Gatesis a fully integrated global law firm with lawyers located acrossNorth America, Europe, Asia, Australia and the Middle East. InAustralia, we have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane andPerth, providing clients with deep local market knowledge supportedby the resources and reach of a global platform.
At K&LGates;, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Ourlawyers work seamlessly across practices, offices and jurisdictionsto deliver cutting-edge and practical solutions for clients. Wefoster an inclusive, high-performing culture where individuals areempowered to grow their careers while contributing to meaningfulwork for leading organisations across Australia and around theworld.
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📌 Lawyer - Capital Markets (City of Sydney)
🏢 K&L Gates
📍 City of Sydney
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