Careers

• A true meritocracy model – be promoted by your contribution and not held back by outdated structures. 

• Flexible 4:1 work arrangements. 

• Generous leave policies including purchased, parental and performance reward leave. 
  
  

About Us 
HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Firm wide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people. Our Brisbane Corporate and Commercial team comprises of 35 people across several speciality areas including but not limited to corporate governance, mergers & acquisitions, commercial contracting, payments, technology and state & federal tax. 

 
The opportunity 
We have a unique opportunity for a candidate to join our impressive and highly regarded Brisbane Corporate & Commercial practice working with Partner Brent Van Staden. We’re looking to appoint a Senior Associate into the Corporate & Commercial team, with a focus on capital markets, M&A, and general corporate advisory work. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of clients, including ASX-listed entities and growth-phase businesses, particularly in the resources sector. This is an amazing opportunity to work on top tier matters and collaborate with our prominent client base. 

Accountabilities 

• advising on regulated and unregulated M&A transactions 

• supporting clients on capital raising activities and related regulatory and compliance matters 

• providing general corporate and commercial advice, including drafting and reviewing contracts, structuring advice, and governance matters 

• exposure to ASX-listed clients and Corporations Act matters 

• a small element of IP or licensing work may also arise, depending on client needs 
   

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have 

• 3-5 years’ PAE with a strong grounding in corporate and commercial law 

• experience in M&A, capital markets, and/or general advisory work 

• strong drafting skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines 

• strategic and critical thinking capabilities 

• confident, commercially minded, and capable of building trusted client relationships 

• strong leadership skills to assist in developing our junior cohort 
   

What we offer 

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression. 

• Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Brisbane CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community.

• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture. 

• Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally. 
  
  

How To Apply 
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to Gianni Sgualdino on gsgualdino@hwle.com.au. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out for a confidential discussion.