Solicitor (2-3 yrs) Banking and Finance (Real Estate Finance and DCM)

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor to join our Banking & Finance practice working with our Real Estate Finance and Debt Capital Markets team.

Our work

You will be responsible for varied challenging and complex legal work. This role will see you work on a wide range of financing transactions with a particular focus on property and corporate finance and debt capital markets transactions for Australian and international clients.

Our team

This role will see you work with Natalie Halpern and Ken Astridge who lead a team that services leading Australian and international clients on all aspects of their funding needs. While the core team has a real estate focus it has speciality of looking after the needs of the treasury teams in that sector with an even spread between sponsor and financier side work (giving it a balanced understanding of market issues). The expectation is a degree of agility and flexibility to be able to dive into the detail of a complex construction finance while being able to step back and consider the implications of a structured debt instrument on a Corporate Groups financing position. It will also open up opportunities to work across the broader KWM Banking & Finance team.

You will have

previous experience in a corporate finance real estate finance and/or debt capital markets role working for a highly regarded banking team
excellent technical analytical communication and research skills - to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice
strong commitment to client service - you will play a role in supporting and activelydeveloping our relationships with clients
team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks
first rate experience of drafting documents.
a willingness to be challenged and think creatively and laterally

Who are we

A firm born in Asia underpinned by world class capability.

With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected valued and supported both personally and professionally and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community youll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives benefits policies and processes to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM well provide you with the platform to Learn Master Lead.

Next Steps

Please click Apply Now to apply online with your cover letter summarising why youre applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information please dont hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean .

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

King & Wood 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 KWM.

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 .

We have a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor to join our Banking & Finance practice working with our Real Estate Finance and Debt Capital Markets team.Our workYou will be responsible for varied challenging and complex legal work. This role will see you work on a wide range of financing transactio...