Senior Legal Counsel - M&A

• Senior Legal Counsel, Corporate
• Leading Global Organisation 
• Hybrid Working 

A leading global organisation is currently seeking an experienced corporate/M&A lawyer to join their high performing legal team in Sydney. This opportunity will report into the General Counsel and will involve providing transaction support to the business. You will play a key role in engaging and managing external counsel and advising on M&A matters (including corporate strategy, regulatory compliance, governance and risk) as well as general corporate advisory.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Providing transactional support for major corporate initiatives undertaken by the business
• Large-scale mergers and acquisitions and corporate restructuring transactions
• A mix of private equity, venture capital, corporate restructuring and capital raisings
• Advising the business and senior executives on a range of legal and regulatory issues and proactively managing legal risk
• Supporting the business with legal services including contract review, document preparation and transaction management
• Assisting the General Counsel on various project based assignments and initiatives

 
 Key Requirements: 

• Ideally a minimum of 8 years PQE working for a top tier law firm or in-house organisation
• Strong corporate M&A transactional experience
• Extensive knowledge of corporate governance, contract law, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Strong project and transaction management experience
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills
• Pro-active and positive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast paced growth orientated environment

 
 
In return this role offers a collegiate and flexible environment.
 
To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply Now' button below. For a confidential discussion, please contact Suzie Large 0434 294 665.