Senior Associate: Mergers & Aquisitions at White & Case

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Drafting Filings, Term Sheets, Purchase Agreements, Transaction Preparation, Due Diligence, Negotiation, Execution, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Transaction Structuring, Time Management, Coaching, Cross-Border M&A, Private Equity

Industry

Description

Our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice is globally recognized as a top-tier leader in both public and private M&A transactions. We deliver unparalleled legal services for complex corporate deals, offering strategic planning, due diligence, negotiation, and execution of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other business combinations. Serving a diverse clientele, including multinational corporations, private equity firms and banks, our team ensures regulatory compliance, manages risk, and structures transactions for optimal outcomes. By combining extensive legal expertise with deep market insight, we help clients navigate high-stakes transactions, fostering growth and creating value, solidifying our reputation as one of the premier M&A practices worldwide. Key responsibilities and role requirements include: Assisting on leading complex multi-jurisdictional cross-border M&A and Private Equity transactions Supports in various aspects of transaction preparation, including conducting legal research, drafting filings, and other related documents such as term sheets and purchase agreements Coordinates various aspects of transaction processes, manages timelines, and ensures that all necessary steps are completed efficiently Liaising with clients and stakeholders Involvement in due diligence – analysis of agreements and their subsequent description Drafting and reviewing legal and technical documentation Working with local counsels in various jurisdictions May co-ordinate work of more junior members of the team Helps coach and develop more junior lawyers Admission in Australia, England & Wales or other Common Law jurisdiction qualification PQE 5-7 years, currently at Senior Associate level Good understanding of the key risks and issues involved in large transactions. Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when working across multiple deals This role reports to Partner Equal Opportunities We are committed to creating a fair workplace and encourage applications from all ages, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, genders, sexual orientations, as well as people who have family or carer responsibilities. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability, let us know how we can provide you with additional support. The Firm may modify and amend any job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is only a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our internal Recruitment team manages all aspects of lateral hiring. All agencies must have signed terms of business—specific to the relevant office—before submitting any candidates. CVs or applications sent directly to White & Case partners or employees will also not be considered formal introductions. If you have questions, please contact the relevant Recruitment team. We work with our preferred suppliers when engaging agencies. Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. With a long history as an international firm, we are well-positioned to help clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may arise. Operating across six continents and working in virtually every country, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality, full-service practice that competes at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include assisting with complex multi-jurisdictional M&A and Private Equity transactions, involving legal research, drafting documents like term sheets and purchase agreements, and coordinating various aspects of the transaction process. The role also requires liaising with clients, involvement in due diligence, and drafting/reviewing legal documentation.