Johnson Winter Slattery | Canberra Closing date: 29/11/2026

Who we are

Johnson Winter Slattery (JWS) is a leading Australian law firm known for advising corporates and funds on their most complex transactions, disputes and regulatory matters.

At JWS, we build authentic, long-term relationships and have a deep understanding of our clients and their industries. Our clients say we are pragmatic, strategic, commercial and easy to work with.

Our firm comprises of more than 450 highly talented people, including 80+ partners, across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra. JWS has also announced the opening of a representative office in New York, strengthening our ability to support US clients investing in Australia. We are globally connected and have strong relationships with major independent law firms around the world.

JWS was recognised as Technology, Media and Telecom M&A; Legal Adviser of the Year (Mergermarket M&A; Awards Australia 2023), Energy Law Firm of the Year (Best Lawyers 2023) and Australian Law Firm of the Year (Beaton Client Choice Awards 2025). Our lawyers are highly ranked in Chambers & Partners, Legal 500 and Lexology Index (formerly Who's Who Legal).

We are strongly committed to social justice, responsible business and our diverse communities. We are proud of our pro bono program which focuses on supporting low income, disadvantaged and marginalised people in the Australian community.

About the Team

Our Corporate lawyers provide specialist legal advice to clients acquiring, managing or divesting Australian investments, and in Canberra with a focus on M&A;, foreign investment, trade and projects in defence, critical infrastructure, technology, agribusiness and health. They work closely with the other offices of JWS as well as major foreign law firms to meet the needs of multinational corporations operating in Australia,



as well as Australian enterprises with international operations.

The Canberra team are experts at helping industry work with government to protect and advance Australia’s national interests. JWS is the only national full-service law firm in Canberra acting for the private sector on foreign investment, government projects and M&A;, with 3 Chambers listed partners.

About the Role

We are looking for a graduate or junior lawyer to join our Canberra Corporate team, working alongside leading partners on high-profile corporate transactions and major projects including research, drafting and undertaking due diligence reviews.

In addition to 'on the job' training you will also have the opportunity to learn from our specially designed training program for junior lawyers. Learning, development and mentoring are key features of our programs and you will be well supported by a

network of colleagues.

About You

If you are enthusiastic, driven to succeed and want to continually develop your skills, you'll fit right in.

We're looking for a graduate or junior lawyer who has not only excelled academically, but has great communications skills, thrives in a collaborative environment and want to deliver legal advice to create the best outcomes for our clients.

Working at JWS

We value collaboration and our teams work together to achieve shared outcomes. We care about the wellbeing of our people and will invest time in understanding your objectives so we can support you throughout your career.



We believe it’s this focus on our people that has seen our firm grow rapidly to become one of Australia’s leading independent law firms.

We pride ourselves on being down-to-earth, approachable, and always high-performing. We have worked hard to create a culture where people look out for each other.

We offer

- A collegiate environment with a collaborative culture across offices and practice groups
- High-quality work with committed mentors supporting your career development
- Comprehensive benefits including competitive remuneration, flexible working, and extensive social and wellbeing initiatives
- Opportunities to work with major foreign law firms on international and cross-border matters
- Opportunities for professional growth through structured learning and development programs, pro bono work, and employee recognition initiatives

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding chance to take your career to the next level, then we would love to hear from you.

Applications must include

- A response to the questions in the application form
- A current CV
- Latest academic transcript

For enquiries, please contact: Eleni Carkagis, Early Careers Manager at [email protected].

Applications close on Sunday 29 November 2026.

We are committed to promoting a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion, or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, or age - to fulfil their professional aspirations with us. In particular we would welcome applications from First Nations candidates.

Johnson Winter Slattery pays respect to Elders past and present of our nation’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We honour the deep spiritual, cultural and customary connections of Traditional Owners to the Australian landscape, including Australia’s waterways, land, and sea country.

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