Business Acceptance Analyst Client Onboarding and Matter Engagement Team – Sydney CBD

• Apply exceptional analytical capabilities to an ever-evolving niche area of the firm within Risk & Compliance at a top tier law firm while still learning and being mentored
• Support the Client Onboarding and Matter Engagement Team to onboard new business efficiently and in accordance with all relevant legal regulatory ethical commercial strategic and reputational considerations.
• As the Australian team expands we have 2 opportunities allowing flexibility for one to be a junior level - Both offering career pathway and ongoing learning and development
• Success in the role depends on a mix of legal analysis commercial awareness risk management and exceptional communication skills. Secure your future in a pivotal area of the firm.

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.

Role Detail

The Client Onboarding and Matter Engagement Team (COMET) sits at the intersection of legal risk compliance and strategic client management. As a Business Acceptance Analyst you will support the Firm to onboard new business efficiently and in accordance with all relevant legal regulatory ethical commercial strategic and reputational considerations.

Covering the analysis and identification of professional conduct duties (conflicts confidentiality) commercial conflicts/client alignment strategic and reputational risks when accepting new clients and matters success in the role depends on a mix of legal analysis commercial awareness risk management and communication skills.

Based in Sydney reporting to a Business Acceptance Manager or Senior Associate key responsibilities in the role will include:

• Analysing new client and/or new matters to determine risks and legal or commercial conflict.
• Assisting with the review of new business conflicts requests.
• Applying strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and understand policy and applying it to real-life scenarios.
• Bringing excellent verbal and written communication skills articulating conflicts assessment findings analysis and solutions requirements effectively.
• Conducting conflict checks / Analysing conflict search results using firms conflict database by analysing and interpreting varied data to compile information into effective recommendations for stakeholders.
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and Partners.
• Escalating conflict issues to the Head of Conflicts with clear analysis and recommendations.
• Screening matters and clients for sanctions and escalating any adverse findings.

About You

Drawing on our principles of betterment quality and clarity we are looking for those with exceptional analytical capabilities and an eagerness to learn and develop in the role. These roles suit an agile mindset; proactive approach and a confidence that comes from a curious and questioning mindset. With a customer centric approach you will also need:

• A couple of years post grad experience with an ability to analyse complex conflict reports and identify potential ethical or commercial conflicts.
• Understanding how to balance risk appetite commercial considerations and reputational factors in decision-making.
• A detail-oriented mindset focused on delivering accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work autonomously and learn independently with ongoing guidance and training
• Ability to build relationships and influence key stakeholders.
• Capacity to multi-task and a flexible proactive attitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to exhibit sound judgement.
• Law degree strongly preferred however you dont necessarily need to be a practicing lawyer but understanding conflicts of interest confidentiality fiduciary duties and legal ethics is key; Alternatively a background in legal studies business or compliance with experience in professional services (e.g. Big 4 consulting) can work if paired with strong analytical and regulatory acumen.

Next Steps

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

Applications close COB Friday 24th April 2026.

If you have any questions or need any further information please dont hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02).

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.

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.

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