Ashurst
Corporate Transactions (M&A) - Senior Associate
To utilise our deep understanding of our clients to provide exceptional standards of service and to become trusted advisers to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law.
Finance and accounting
Full-time
Office | Sydney, NSW, Australia
Visa sponsorship · No
Senior · A role for someone with advanced knowledge and skills. May involve mentoring, leading others or specialisation. Typically at least 5 years of experience.
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Why Ashurst
We are also committed to creating a world leading pro bono practice on a global scale and to being a sustainable law firm which delivers positive impacts for its employees, clients, the legal profession, the environment and the communities in which it is based.
Our values are being passionate about quality, delivering through collaboration and thinking differently. Our values are critical to the culture of our firm and sum up what we stand for, what makes Ashurst an exceptional place to work and what we aspire to be. For us, “progressive” is a mind-set, an approach to how we do things. We instinctively take a fresh perspective on situations, exploring whether there are better ways of achieving our clients’ goals as well as our own.
About the role
The Opportunity
Ashurst's bold 2027 strategy includes significant investment across key practice areas, particularly our Corporate Transactions team. We are already making significant progress, beginning with the acquisition of key Partners who are leaders in our field. Due to this notable progress and continued growth, we are now seeking experienced Senior Associates to join our expanding practice in Sydney.
Our Corporate Transactions team work across some of the most complex and high-profile matters including takeovers, IPOs, business and asset acquisitions and disposals, equity capital markets work, restructuring and recapitalisation transactions, joint venture arrangements, ASX listing rule work and corporate governance.
About you
- At least 6 years' commercial experience gained within a top-tier or mid-tier firm, or in-house.
- Strong experience in cradle-to-grave commercial transactions, ideally gained within, or with some exposure to, the energy industry.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies that indicate problems with quality of work or a misunderstanding of clients' needs.
- Strong ability to communicate with clients in order to understand their needs and how best to meet them. You will also have the ability to assist clients in arriving at practical and cost-effective solutions.
- Confidence to lead effective negotiations with clients and counterparties.
- A proactive, positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent service and a desire to interact with the market and build client relationships.
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills, and innovative drafting skills.
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.
What you'll be responsible for
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Financial Modelling and Forecasting
Develop financial models and forecasts to support clients' decision-making
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Business Development Support
Contribute to new business development by conducting research, writing proposals, and developing supporting materials
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Financial Strategy Development and Implementation
Collaborate with clients to develop and implement financial strategies that support their business goals
Skills you'll need
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Numerical problem solving
Works with numerical information and performs mathematical calculations to solve problems
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Critical thinking
Identifies and synthesizes patterns and trends amongst various sources of information to reach a meaningful conclusion, perspective or insight
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Attention to detail
Accurately identifies and rectifies discrepancies or errors that exists in information and deliverables
Meet the team
