Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Bianca Davies

Contact email: bianca@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: CO191125
Published: about 2 hours ago
This is your opportunity to join a mid-tier Australian commercial law firm, with 800+ professionals delivering corporate and commercial legal services across the country.

You’ll be involved in high-profile mid-market transactions, including:
  • Mergers & acquisitions (public and private)
  • General corporate and commercial advisory
  • Reviewing and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts
  • Equity capital markets (ECM) transactions
  • Joint ventures and strategic alliances
  • IPOs and secondary capital raisings
  • Due diligence and drafting reports
The team works on both domestic and cross-border deals, offering exposure to sophisticated legal work and the chance to collaborate with leading clients.

About You
We are seeking a motivated and skilled corporate lawyer to join this high-performing team. The ideal candidate will have:
  • 2+ years’ PAE in front-end corporate law (candidates with up to 8 years’ experience are also welcome)
  • Proven experience in M&A, business transactions, due diligence, and contract drafting
  • A proactive mindset and a desire to thrive in a mid-sized team environment
This role is perfect for a lawyer eager to grow their expertise in corporate M&A, work on high-stakes transactions, and advance their career in a supportive, collaborative practice.

Why Join This Firm?
  • Market-Leading Compensation – Competitive salary and benefits
  • Collaborative Culture – Regular social events, team sports, and celebrations
  • Family Support – 18 weeks’ full-pay parental leave, flexible work arrangements, and career breaks
  • Career Growth – Paid study leave, training programs, and professional development opportunities
  • Wellbeing Focus – Mental health initiatives, fresh fruit, and gym discounts
  • Social Impact – Strong pro bono and community engagement programs
This firm invests in your success—both professionally and personally—offering the perfect environment to develop your skills and make a real impact.


THE PROCESS:
We offer flexible interview options either in-person or virtual (via Zoom, Skype, FaceTime, or phone) so you can present your best self in a comfortable setting. By the end of our discussion, you’ll receive a detailed job profile to review at your leisure, ensuring full transparency.
 
To request a confidential meeting, please click APPLY and upload your Profile. Alternatively quote Ref: CO191125 and email your Resume to:
  • Bianca Davies - bianca@lawstaff.com.au  
Even if this role isn’t an exact fit, we’d still love to connect. We regularly fill unadvertised positions across private practice and in-house sectors.
  
LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229
   
Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.