Senior Lawyer / Practice Leader | M&A | 5+ PQE

As a disruptor in the commercial legal services industry, LegalVision is committed to powering the success of every business by delivering legal support that is proactive, affordable and commercial. Our innovative approach enables our lawyers to deliver fast, high-quality legal support while being more cost-effective for business leaders, founders, and General Counsel.

Operating across Australia, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand, our commitment to transforming legal services has been widely recognised. LegalVision has earned prestigious accolades, including being named Asia-Pacific’s fastest-growing law firm (Financial Times), Law Firm of the Year (Australasian Law Awards), and making LinkedIn’s Top Startups list, solidifying our position as a global trailblazer in the legal industry.

The Opportunity

Our Corporate Transactions practice is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced transactional lawyer to join the team. In this position, you will assist our SME clients with M&A deals. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with some of Australia's most prominent startups and scale-ups. We have partnered with an impressive array of startup clients at different stages of their development, from initial setup to navigating their pre-seed, seed, Series A, and Series B funding rounds.

This is an opportunity to practice corporate law differently - without the inflexibility, micromanagement and facetime of traditional law firms - whilst continuing to work on complex matters with engaged clients. You will also be responsible for mentoring a growing team of talented corporate lawyers. As such, you will demonstrate a genuine interest in training and coaching junior lawyers and supporting their professional development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experienced - At least 5-7 years PQE in a reputable legal environment specialising in M&A transactions.
• Client champion - Passionate about providing an exceptional client experience at every touch point; cares about delivering value to clients; a natural relationship manager.
• Startup savvy - Genuinely interested in startups and innovation.
• Efficient - We are constantly finding better ways to deliver services to our clients. We want you to help us constantly strive to deliver services more efficiently. 
• Collaborative - Gets a kick out of working with smart people and learning from them.
• Adaptable - Grasps new concepts quickly; goes with the flow; improves every day.
• Optimistic - Sees the best in situations; is solutions-focused; never gives up.

The Perks

• Fast-paced environment with exciting growth opportunities for high performers.
• Unlock up to 7 days of additional 'LV Leave' per year, plus paid birthday leave, and volunteering leave.
• Annual budget to spend on external learning and development.
• Relaxed office environment in Surry Hills just minutes from Central Station, plus flexible remote work options.

Apply Today!

If this position sounds like your ideal next move, we’d love to hear from you!

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply early to avoid missing out.

A note to recruiters: we’re all over this role, so there’s no need for you to get in touch. LegalVision does not accept unsolicited CVs or responsibility for any fees related to unsolicited CVs. Thanks!