Solicitor – 2-4 years – Banking & Finance (Financial Markets & Regulation) at King and Wood Mallesons

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Regulation, Advisory Work, Drafting, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Research Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Business Development, Curiosity, Passion for Law

Industry

Law Practice

Description

We are looking for a solicitor with a background in Financial Regulation to join our leading Financial Markets & Regulatory team. You will be responsible for varied challenging complex legal work which often sets the pace in the market. In this role you will perform primarily advisory and drafting work for a range of clients including major financial institutions, digital asset platforms, technology firms and government/transnational bodies. About the team This role will see you work closely with Urszula McCormack, Partner in our Financial Markets & Regulatory Team. Urszula is a regulatory specialist who leads KWM’s APAC Digital Economy Team. Urszula has a significant focus on technology-enabled finance, including blockchain, digital assets and payments. Urszula works with some of the world’s largest regulated institutions and transnational bodies, supporting digital economy development in the APAC region, complex legal analysis and large-scale projects involving major banks, central banks and technology companies. A particular feature of Urszula’s work is that it is routinely cross-border, providing the opportunity to coordinate matters across multiple jurisdictions. You will also have the opportunity to work with Dale Rayner, another senior Partner in the team, who specialises in major bank projects, carbon, digital assets and asset finance. You will have hunger to learn – no prior knowledge in digital assets or other technologies is needed, but deep curiosity is a must passion for the law excellent analytical, communication and research skills an ability to distil complex issues into simple messages and clear drafting strong interpersonal skills enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities You will have recognised experience gained in a similar environment and be keen to work as part of a committed team. 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 you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals. At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead. Next Steps Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience. If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean, kellie.mclean@au.kwm.com 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 people’s 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 careers@kwm.com We are King & Wood Mallesons. The top tier international law firm, from Asia, for the world. A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. With almost 3,000 lawyers in 25 global locations, we draw from our Western and Eastern perspectives to deliver incisive counsel. We are focused on our clients and our people and organisations with distinctive ambitions and challenges. Understanding our client’s and our people’s ambitions and their lived experiences matters to us, so we can create a workplace where our people are proud to work and grow. Learn from expert colleagues and clients who are leaders in their field, at the cutting edge of the law. Enhance your leadership capabilities by growing, innovating and helping others do the same. Be part of a firm that strives for mastery in everything we do. If you’re looking for a great place to work where you can realise your full potential, you’ll find a place at KWM.

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Responsibilities

You will be responsible for varied challenging complex legal work primarily in advisory and drafting for clients including major financial institutions and government bodies. This role involves working closely with senior partners on cross-border matters in the financial markets and regulatory space.