Special Counsel – Commercial Corporate
Ref | SY-75001 |
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Classification | Special Counsel |
Sector | Mergers & Acquisitions |
Location | Sydney |
Our client is a dynamic and entrepreneurial law firm dedicated to assisting businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals in minimizing legal risks, building assets, and protecting wealth. By fostering strong personal relationships and collaborating with a network of trusted professionals, they provide strategic, personalized advice tailored to each client’s unique needs.
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Special Counsel to join a high-performing Mergers & Acquisitions team. This role is ideal for an experienced lawyer passionate about advising family businesses and SMEs on acquisitions, disposals, restructures, and corporate governance matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in guiding clients through complex transactions while ensuring practical, commercially sound outcomes.
Skills & Experience
To excel in this role, you will have:
- 8-10+ years PQE (Post Qualification Experience), with a strong background in Mergers & Acquisitions
- Proven experience advising family businesses and SMEs on transactional matters
- A commercially astute mindset with the ability to manage complex deal structures
- Excellent client management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities
Who Are We Looking For
We are looking for an experienced M&A lawyer who enjoys working closely with business owners, entrepreneurs, and SMEs. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by family-run enterprises and a solutions-driven approach to legal advisory.