SYDNEY | FULL TIME
- Broaden your experience with a rapidly growing Banking & Finance practice group.
- Be involved in close-knit, supportive sub-team in a variety of transactions across property finance, construction finance and acquisition finance generally.
- A true meritocracy model – be promoted by your contribution and not held back by outdated structures.
- Flexible 3:2 work arrangements.
- Generous leave policies including purchased, parental and performance reward leave.
About us
HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every state and territory across Australia. Firmwide, we have over 280 Partners and 1,700 people.
The opportunity
We have a unique opportunity for a dynamic candidate to join our impressive and highly regarded Sydney Banking and Finance team under Partners Harry Cormack and Tom Suttie.
Ideally, you’ll bring
- At least 4+ years PAE.
- Experience with, and an interest in, working on corporate or property finance transactions.
- Experience working with the Big Four Banks.
- The ability to draft clear and concise communications.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to deal with clients and other parties.
- A desire to develop your career and professional network in the banking and finance industry.
What we offer
- Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our solicitor to partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
- Work life balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance.
- Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
- Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market where your work is recognised nationally.
- Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Sydney CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community.
- Partner Contact: The team includes three transactional banking partners who you will work directly with in the team.
How to apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to Laura Harrison on lharrison@hwle.com.au.
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we’d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Laura Harrison for a confidential discussion.