Lawyer (2-4yrs PAE) - Banking & Finance

The Firm
A highly regarded national mid-tier law firm is expanding its Banking & Finance team in Sydney. The firm has recently welcomed two new Partners and a Special Counsel, bringing extensive top-tier experience to the practice. Known for its high-calibre team and strong reputation, the firm provides excellent career development opportunities within a supportive and dynamic environment. With a focus on three key streams—Restructuring & Insolvency, Commercial Business Banking, and Corporate Lending—the team is experiencing significant growth, particularly in transactional lending.

The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer or Associate to join the Banking & Finance team, specifically within the transactional lending space. Working closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers, the successful candidate will be involved in a range of high-quality matters, including:

• Acting for major banks and non-bank lenders on commercial banking and finance transactions across various sectors, including property, corporate, construction, health, agriculture, and general business banking.
• Drafting and negotiating facility agreements, security documentation, and other finance-related contracts.
• Conducting due diligence, including reviewing material documents, leases, agreements for lease, pre-sale contracts, and put and call option agreements.
• Managing transactions across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Engaging directly with clients, fostering strong professional relationships, and contributing to business development initiatives.

• Admission as a legal practitioner in Australia with a current practising certificate.
• A minimum of two years' post-admission experience in banking and finance law (essential).
• Experience working on finance transactions, including drafting and negotiating facility and security documents.
• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of the drivers behind lending transactions.
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive attitude, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn and develop within the team.
• Experience using PEXA will be highly regarded.

• A high-performing and collaborative team culture.
• Exposure to complex and high-value transactions.
• Direct mentorship from experienced partners and senior lawyers.
• Strong career development opportunities, including a clear pathway for progression.
• A flexible working environment that supports work-life balance (typically 2 days WFH).
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.

Kalinda Campbell

kalinda@people2people.com.au

02 8270 9715

New South Wales