Corporate/Commercial Lawyer (4-8 PQE)

A Bit About Us

Arnold Bloch Leibler is a premier Australian commercial law firm with offices in Melbourne and Sydney. We provide strategic legal and commercial advice to a diverse range of Australian and international corporations, high-net worth individuals and large family businesses. We have developed a reputation for our innovative, commercially focused advice and we are regularly involved in some of the most important landmark transactions in the country, helping clients with their most important or difficult legal matters - when their reputation is at risk, in crisis situations or before embarking on key initiatives.

The Corporate & Commercial Practice

Arnold Bloch Leibler's Commercial and M&A practice has earned its position at the premium end of the legal profession by acting on landmark Australian transactions. We are renowned for achieving cutting edge outcomes in milestone transactions involving large private businesses and entrepreneurial listed companies. Many of our clients have been with us for decades. We advise them throughout the business lifecycle from establishment and growth through to capital raising, public listing, acquisition and divestment.

Our lawyers advise across mergers and acquisitions, business structuring, corporate governance and a broad range of commercial arrangements. We take a deep personal interest in the success of our clients and in getting things done. Our lawyers are known for being innovative, staunch advocates and gifted negotiators. We are trusted advisers and thought leaders at the forefront of market dynamics and developments in the Australian corporate landscape, with a reach extending far beyond Australia’s borders.

The role

We are seeking an ambitious corporate and commercial lawyer who enjoys working on sophisticated transactions, taking responsibility for matters and developing trusted client relationships. You will work directly with business owners, founders, boards, senior executives and investors, providing strategic and commercially focused advice.

You will advise on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, business sales and acquisitions, private capital investments, joint ventures, shareholder arrangements, business structuring, corporate governance and commercial contracts. You will be involved throughout the transaction lifecycle from initial structuring and due diligence through to drafting, negotiation and completion.

You will work closely with senior lawyers and specialists across the firm, while having the autonomy to manage matters and engage directly with clients. The role offers the opportunity to develop your technical and commercial skills, contribute to significant transactions and become a valued adviser to clients across all stages of their business lifecycle.

You will have:

• 4–8 years’ post-admission experience in private practice;
• strong experience in corporate transactions and general commercial matters;
• excellent commercial judgement and the ability to identify key legal issues;
• strong commercial acumen and the ability to build trusted relationships with a diverse range of clients;
• experience managing matters independently, with appropriate supervision;
• superior analytical, communication, negotiation and drafting skills; and
• a collaborative approach and strong client relationship skills.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in working in either our Melbourne or Sydney office.

Benefits

We offer our lawyers competitive remuneration, a high level of responsibility and autonomy. Our flexible approach means we reward based on merit and performance. We also offer a wide range of social and health related benefits to support your wellbeing, such as a fully subsidised corporate gym membership, generous social activities and health and wellbeing programs, outstanding professional and career development opportunities and free legal advice for wills, estate planning and conveyancing.

Applications

If you are interested in working at a dynamic firm that has built its success on legal innovation and outstanding career opportunities, please address your letter of application and CV to the Human Resources team via the ABL website www.abl.com.au/careers.