Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Partner & Special Counsel
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Negotiable based on Skillset & industry Profile
Contact name: Craig Ashton-Sward

Contact email: craig@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: CP021025
Published: 3 days ago

Fast-Track to Partnership at a Top-Tier Firm

Join a nationally recognised corporate practice celebrated for decade-long profitability and progressive leadership. With Queensland partnership headcount set to grow 20–30% in the next 12 months, the firm is adding an experienced Corporate Partner (10–25 PQE) to its established Brisbane team serving premium clients across multiple sectors.

Role Snapshot

Work in step with Corporate Partners nationwide while leading, developing, and mentoring a high-performing team. Your practice will span most of the following:
  • Public & private M&A (regulated and off-market)
  • Equity Capital Markets and back-door listings
  • Corporate advisory, restructures, and joint ventures
  • ASX Listing Rules and Corporations Act compliance
Exposure to every item isn’t essential; comfort across the majority is preferred.
About You
  • 10–25 years’ post-admission (ideally with a national, leading mid-tier, or specialist M&A firm in Brisbane).
  • Proven client relationship builder with a record of business development.
  • Capable of supervising $800k+ in fees (Salaried Partner) or $1.6m+ (Equity).
Rewards & Structure

Expect a package above market: substantial base for Salaried Partners with achievable bonuses, and Equity earnings that consistently outpace industry benchmarks. With sustained growth and one of Australia’s most profitable balance sheets, this is a standout move for ambitious Corporate M&A lawyers.

Compensation guide: Senior Counsel $250k–$300k; Salaried Partner $350k+; Equity Partner averages equivalent to $3.5m+ per 100 points.
  
Why Engage Law Staff?

For 35+ years, Law Staff has facilitated confidential partner and team moves across specialist, mid-tier, and top-tier firms. We offer:
  • Insight on profitability, equity frameworks, and points structures
  • Guidance on practice fit and firm culture
  • Strategic advice on growth prospects and performance outlook
All enquiries remain strictly confidential until you choose otherwise.
  
Next Steps
Let’s talk, confidentially, over coffee.
Craig Ashton-Sward
Director & Senior Client Advisor (REF: CP021025)
craig@lawstaff.com.au | 0413 743 838 (8am–8pm, 7 days)