Senior Lawyer / Senior Associate - Banking & Finance at Clayton Utz

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Banking, Finance, Transactional Experience, Client Relationship Building, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Mentoring, Legal Skills

Industry

Law Practice

Description

The Role We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Lawyer or Senior Associate to join our market-leading Banking & Finance team, based in Sydney. You will work as part of a collaborative, close-knit team led by highly regarded Partner Kathy Santikos on a mix of finance transactions for local and international banks, sovereign wealth funds, global sponsors/funds, government agencies and professional trustees. This is an excellent opportunity to refine your specialist legal skills in Finance and broaden your cross-border experience, whilst developing your own brand alongside respected industry experts. You will also play an important role in teaching and mentoring junior lawyers and graduates. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you will have: A minimum of 4 years' post-admission experience, with a strong academic record; Demonstrated transactional finance experience gained in a leading commercial law firm; A positive, collaborative attitude; A talent for building client relationships; and Strong attention to detail. The Banking and Financial Services (BFS) Practice Group Our Banking and Financial Services Practice Group is consistently recognised for their ranking in the top tier of service providers in Australia. We are at the forefront of industry innovation, regularly participating in government, industry committees and working groups to review the key legal issues. For further information, please visit our Banking and Financial Services showcase page on LinkedIn. Why Join Clayton Utz? At Clayton Utz, we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a community that values our people and their contributions. When you join us, you’ll enjoy: Access to professional development programs and career growth opportunities. The tools to perform your role to your best ability, with world-class infrastructure and resources including leading AI platform, Harvey. A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health. A collaborative and inclusive culture that celebrates diversity and fosters belonging. Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation. The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually. How to Apply? We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role. Consultant Contact Details Nicole St John, (02) 9353 4928 Accessibility and Inclusion We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com. For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here. Agency submissions Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee. As Australia’s leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers. They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way. As part of this innovative team you will be working across major national, government, and global clients. All the while collaborating with some of the sharpest legal minds in the industry. Clayton Utz has also been a powerful force in Australian pro bono practice, striving to deliver justice for those who need it and not just those who can afford it. In your time here you’ll be constantly surprised by the projects you get to work on and what you can accomplish. We’re looking for individuals who will thrive under our spirit of independence. Built around independent thinkers we believe surrounding ourselves with dynamic, ambitious and collaborative individuals is key to creating an environment of success. In return we're committed to fostering a career path that's unique to each individual. Imagine what you could achieve at a top law firm that actually values independent thinking. Are you up for the challenge? We are committed to an inclusive culture in which all of our people are recognised for their unique contributions and are encouraged and supported to achieve their full potential. Learn more Pro bono is a fundamental part of Clayton Utz. Learn more The traditional legal career path is evolving. By consulting with us you can expand your experience, develop your skill set and work on a variety of assignments with top-tier organisations in a range of sectors. Learn more

Responsibilities

The role involves working on a mix of finance transactions for various clients, including banks and government agencies. Additionally, the candidate will mentor junior lawyers and graduates.