MELBOURNE | FULL TIME Become a senior member of one of the largest and fastest growing Corporate teams in Australia Stimulating work with great clients Fast-tracked and transparent career progression Flexible working arrangement 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.
Nationally the firm features over 270 Partners and more than 1,700 people.
The Opportunity: We have an opportunity to join our highly regarded Melbourne Corporate practice working primarily with Peter Dreher and Brendan Earle – HWL Ebsworth Lawyers.
You'll work on an interesting mix of M&A, major projects work in renewable energy and other sectors, contracting, general corporate, business and strategic advice, and corporate governance work.
Brendan has been involved in more than 50 significant transactions involving buying, selling or merging businesses valued at more than $8 billion.
Peter leads our national Energy Practice, where the firm has advised on over 70 solar and wind energy projects combined in Australia, New Zealand and Thailand, and Peter has advised on some of Australia's biggest wind and solar projects, undertaking corporate, development and associated regulatory and other commercial legal work.
The role is an opportunity to work on top tier matters with our prominent client base.
In the renewable energy sector you'll be trained and be part of the process to deliver value for clients beyond the provision of legal services, regardless of any given project phase.
This includes project sale & acquisition and due diligence, project feasibility, grid connection, compliance and associated areas of finance, offtake, construction and operation.
Our team understands the issues industry participants face and can talk sensibly about them.
You might come with: 5+ years PAE; Corporate, commercial, M&A lawyers who have the skill set and passion to draft and negotiate a range of commercial contracts; Experience or interested in working in a number of sectors including in the public sector, energy, M&A, and health sector; Good working knowledge of contract law and strong drafting skills; Appetite to mentor our junior cohort.
What we offer: Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community.
Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art office environment with access to modern end of trip facilities.
Career growth: We proudly offer our staff unrivalled career development opportunities, promoting talent based solely on merit and professional advancement.
Our size, range of experience and pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed.
Ask our Talent Team for details on our meritocracy model.
Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance.
Inclusive and healthy workplace: 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 celebrated and recognised nationally.
How To Apply: For a confidential discussion or to apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Gabrielle Saunders on ******.
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply and a valid practicing certificate in Victoria.