Job title: Banking and Finance Lawyer, Melbourne
Company: Keane McDonald
Job description: Blog LayoutBanking and Finance Lawyer, MelbourneYvonne Kelly • March 6, 2025Our Client, a leading international law firm, is looking to hire an experienced Banking Lawyer with 2 – 5 years of PAE.The finance group advises across all areas of banking law. Clients include global and domestic financial institutions, investment houses, financial advisors and regulators.The role will involve advising on complex finance matters including restructuring and insolvency including the acquisition and disposal of distressed debt and assets; cross-border structured finance transactions; acquisition and leveraged finance, private equity financing; securitisation and derivatives; corporate and property finance and debt capital markets.You will be a top-calibre lawyer with attention to detail and solid finance experience from a leading Australian or International law firm.Outstanding terms and career paths on offer for the right individual.Interested applicants should contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence on or send your CV to . Absolute discretion is assured.By Malwina Kempa • March 6, 2025Our client, a thriving and straightforward firm, is currently on the lookout for an ambitious Tax Solicitor to join their highly regarded and growing team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise in various areas, including corporate transactions and tax advisory work. Key Responsibilities: Work collaboratively within a team that specializes in providing solutions for diverse business transactions such as M&A, private equity, FDI, tax planning, FS Tax, funds, and banking. Candidate Profile: Newly qualified solicitor with a focus on tax law. Strong academic background in tax and law. Demonstrable tax technical experience, with a keen interest in planning and structuring. Excellent analytical and numeric skills. Additional Skills: Exceptional attention to detail. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to work in a collaborative team environment. Strong organizational and time-management skills. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented individual to make a significant impact within a reputable firm and develop their career in the dynamic field of tax law. If you are looking to join a progressive team and contribute to cutting-edge transactions, we invite you to apply and be part of our client’s success story. If you would like to find out more, please contact Malwina Kempa in strict confidence on +353 87427 8751 or send your CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com . Discretion is assured.By Mared Roberts • March 6, 2025We are excited about bringing this outstanding opportunity to your attention. We are currently supporting one of the world’s premier investment management companies with the hire of a European Funds Legal Counsel – based in their Dublin office. This role would give you an opportunity to get involved with an outstanding quality of work through their impressive global distribution of products. You will deal with interesting and diverse clients world-wide and have the pleasure to deal with, and learn from, incredible colleagues across the organisation. You will be part of the organisation’s European Legal team, which provides legal services supporting their European fund complexes, and their global distribution. The company is expanding its business and product range so they are now seeking an experienced Funds lawyer, to be based in their Dublin office. Their funds include UCITS funds as well as AIFs, providing a range of investment solutions including fixed income, equity related, asset allocation and ETFs. Your Skills and Qualifications: You will have between 3-7 years PQE practicing investment funds law in a corporate law firm and/or have relevant experience in a similar role within the investment management industry; Excellent interpersonal skills and you will be collaborative, professional and a team player which is essential; You will have a high degree of client service orientation and responsiveness; You are solution oriented, pragmatic and highly motivated individual committed to high standards; You see yourself as a trusted advisor with ability to show appropriate judgement in complex situations. This is an outstanding opportunity for a funds lawyer to be part of a great team. The company aspire to cultivate performance and leadership through empowering people and celebrate diversity of thought. They offer a market leading remuneration package including a substantial bonus scheme, health and dental package for you and your family, pension, life assurance etc. The role is mainly based in the office with one day per week from home. Interested applicants should contact Mared Roberts in strict confidence on +353 1 6392924 or send your CV to mroberts@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.By Mia Barry • March 6, 2025A successful and straight talking firm is seeking a property lawyer to join their Real Estate Group as Real Estate Associate. This opportunity will suit a lawyer who is keen to get exposure to the top end of real estate law as you would be working as part of one of the most expert teams in the country. This group works on the largest and most innovative real estate transactions in Ireland, including acquisitions, disposals, leasing, development and funding. You will have ca 2-4 years’ PQE in Commercial Real Estate from a highly respected law firm You will give superb attention to detail at all times Ability to work on own initiative but also as part of a team You will have strong communication skills This firm enjoys an open culture where everyone are working together in a real team environment. They support their people with business development skills from the very beginning and have strong opportunities for career developments and promote on merit. They are very transparent on targets and operate an attractive bonus scheme and you would get the opportunity to work with very strong Partners. The firm is continuing to grow and they have advanced flexible working arrangements in place. Interested applicants should contact Mia Barry in strict confidence on +353 87 6021890 or send your CV to mbarry@keanemcdonald.com . Absolute discretion is assured.By Mared Roberts • March 6, 2025A market leading firm with a personable and down to earth culture in a modern and friendly working environment is seeking a senior Finance Lawyer. This firm is renowned not only for providing market leading advice and support to its clients all over the world, but they also take great care of its people offering a high level of mentorship and support. They are also very advanced on progressive policies like agile working rewarding them with high staff retention rates. Their Finance division is a market leading practice that provides legal advice on every aspect of debt capital markets and structured products both domestically and internationally. In this team you will work across complex mandates and gain a well-rounded expertise that is at the top of its class. You will have ca 5+ years’ PQE in Finance/Capital Markets/Structured Finance with experience in working on multiple large transactions. The ideal candidate will have the capacity to work with autonomy as well as part of a team. Your aim is to provide first class pragmatic legal advices and solutions to your clients. This is an opportunity for a finance lawyer who is seeking a challenging and rewarding role with a top firm. Interested applicants should contact Mared Roberts in strict confidence on +353 1 6392924 or send your CV to mroberts@keanemcdonald.com. Absolute discretion is assured.By Malwina Kempa • March 6, 2025We are assisting our client, a straight-talking law firm, in a search for an ambitious Corporate Solicitor to join their Corporate Transactional team. Their successful team advises on M&A, investment transactions, corporate structures across various industries and sectors. Requirements: Qualified solicitors in Ireland with 1 PQE experience within a corporate law in a range of transactions, including M&A, corporate restructuring, agreements and investment transactions Excellent academics background Passionate about delivering excellent client service Excellent legal research and strong drafting skills and excellent oral and verbal communication They foster an inclusive, down-to-earth culture, coupled with an approachable, straightforward, and supportive teams. Offering strong growth plans and exceptional opportunities for career advancement. If you are ready to join a thriving legal environment, please contact Malwina Kempa in strict confidence on +353 87427 8751 or send your CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com to discuss this opportunity further. Discretion is assured.By Mia Barry • March 6, 2025Keane McDonald is currently assisting a prestigious firm in a significant hiring process. They are seeking a Litigation Associate with expertise in IT/Tech disputes to join their exceptional and welcoming practice.By Malwina Kempa • March 6, 2025Our client, a leading Irish practice is currently looking for a Commercial Property Solicitor to join their Commercial Real Estate Team. In this position, you will provide counsel to a wide array of domestic and international clients. You will assist property developers with prestigious commercial, residential, healthcare, retail, hospitality and other projects. You will offer legal advice on construction, finance, tax, and corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will have: 0 – 1 PQE commercial property conveyancing experience Excellent academic background A commercial mind with strong business sense The ability to build and maintain client relationships Experience in corporate and transactional matters, including M&A The ability to work independently and within teams If you are an ambitious, hard-working individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear solutions for clients we’d like to hear from you. The firm offers agile working, wellbeing initiatives along with collaborative and enjoyable environment. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Malwina Kempa in confidence at +353 87427 8751 or send your CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com . Discretion is assured.By Malwina Kempa • March 6, 2025A fantastic opportunity is now available for a Technology and Innovation Solicitor with a leading commercial law firm. The role is ideal for an ambitious lawyer eager to work with top domestic and international clients. What We’re Looking For: – Prior experience in drafting and advising on commercial contracts – Knowledge of DP law, IP, data rights and ePrivacy compliance – Previous experience performing due diligence – Keen interest in AI and digital regulation – Commercial mindset with strong analytical skills In return the Firm offers: – Interesting work with high-profile clients across various sectors – Agile working environment – Commitment to technical excellence and career progression If you’d like to find out more about the role and the team, please feel free to contact Malwina Kempa in strict confidence on +353 87427 8751 or send your CV to mkempa@keanemcdonald.com . Discretion is assured.
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Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Sat, 08 Mar 2025 03:21:37 GMT
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