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Job Title Corporate Transactions (M&A) - Senior Lawyer/ Senior Associate (Melbourne)
Location Melbourne
Description

About Ashurst:

Ashurst is a leading progressive global law firm with a rich history spanning more than 200 years. We are proud of our history and are focused on our future as we aim to become to the leading law firm in Australia. To find out more please visit www.ashurst.com.

The opportunity:
Ashurst's Corporate Transactions team works on market leading transactions, with recent work including:

  • ANZ's $4.9 billion acquisition of Suncorp Bank
  • Alcoa's $3.4 billion acquisition of Alumina Limited
  • PAG's acquisition of Australian Venue Co
  • the competitive sale process for 7-Eleven Australia


Due to continued growth, we are looking for a senior Lawyer or Senior Associate with at least 4 years' PAE and proven M&A experience who want to work hard to progress and accelerate their careers.

About you:

  • 4 years'+ proven experience across a range of M&A transactions, ideally both public and private, gained within a top-tier or mid-tier firm;
  • strength in technical excellence, combined with a commercial approach;
  • a proactive, positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent service; and
  • a desire to interact with the market, build client relationships and invest in your career as part of our team.


What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

  • competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
  • flexible working;
  • complimentary gym memberships;
  • corporate health plans;
  • a global professional development offering for all employees; and
  • an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.
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Speak up!

Ashurst is committed to ensuring an accountable workplace culture. Candidates are encouraged to report any ethical or conduct concerns to our confidential email address: ethics.counsel@ashurst.com. Please note that this email address should not be used for general enquiries about, or applications for, job positions available at Ashurst as they will not be passed onto the relevant team. Any recruitment enquires should be directed to globalresourcing@ashurst.com.