Senior Associate Corporate Governance, Climate & ESG Melbourne

About the role
Join newly promoted Mallesons Partner Emma Newnham and be part of the next phase of growth for our market-leading Corporate Governance and Climate & ESG practices. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to work at the forefront of governance climate and regulatory change advising many of Australias leading listed companies and financial institutions. You will work directly with boards legal and governance teams company secretaries and senior executives on complex and evolving issues that sit at the heart of corporate decision-making. Benefit from hands-on mentoring as well as access to a wide range of top-tier professional development opportunities to support your ongoing career progression.

Your work could include:

Advising boards and executives on corporate governance matters

Supporting organisations through mandatory climate reporting requirements

Advising on ESG governance frameworks disclosure obligations and greenwashing

Assisting clients with shareholder engagement and stakeholder issues

Advising on Financial Accountability Regime implementation and consequence management

Supporting governance aspects of M&A transactions and strategic corporate initiatives

Monitoring and advising on emerging regulatory and policy developments affecting listed and private companies

Advising clients on equity plan set up and ongoing administration

You will have:

At least 5 years PQE gained in a leading corporate governance regulatory or ESG practice

Strong technical drafting and analytical skills

A genuine interest in climate sustainability governance and/or regulatory reform

The confidence to engage directly with senior client stakeholders

A curiosity and openness to exploring how AI can help us do our jobs better

A collaborative approach and strong commercial judgment

Enthusiasm to be involved in business development initiatives

Who are we
We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. Weve been part of Australias story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters. Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deepexpertise collectivejudgmentand genuine collaboration we cut through complexitysoour clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen.

Why work with us
We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. Its a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same where you will make a difference you can be proud of. You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives benefits policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals.

Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead.

How to apply
Please apply by selecting the apply now link and completing an online application form. For further information on this role please contact Steph McKenzie (Senior Resourcing Consultant) on If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion
Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome value support and harness the positive benefits that peoples different life experiences bring especially as they relate to gender sexual identity culture faith disability and life stages. If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role but have a passion for delivering high quality work developing your skills and realising your full potential then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons.
We have a range of inclusive hiring practices if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email