Associate Lawyer

Lawyers Weekly; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly in Brisbane is seeking an Associate (3+ years PAE) to advise across a broad range of financing matters, including corporate and acquisition finance, secured and unsecured lending, property and construction finance, and debt capital markets. You will work closely with senior practitioners and a diverse client base that includes banks, lenders, corporates, private equity, and developers.

This role offers hands-on involvement in significant transactions with genuine scope for client

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ PAE in front-end banking and finance matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills.
• A client-focused approach with excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to further professional development and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Advise across a broad range of financing matters, including corporate and acquisition finance.
• Work closely with senior practitioners and a diverse client base.
• Involve in high-value transactions with client contact.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Transaction management

Client focus

Communication

Job description

ASSOCIATE | 3 YEARS PAE - BANKING AND FINANCE

Are you ready to take the next step in your commercial legal career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Banking and Finance practice that is recognised for the quality of its work, its collaborative culture, and its involvement in high-value transactions.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, the team is seeking an Associate (3+ years PAE) to advise across a broad range of financing matters, including:

• Corporate and acquisition finance
• Secured and unsecured lending
• Property and construction finance
• Debt capital markets

You will work closely with senior practitioners and a diverse client base that includes banks, lenders, corporates, private equity, and developers. This role offers hands-on involvement in significant transactions with genuine scope for client contact.

About You

You will bring:

• At least 3 years’ PAE in front-end banking and finance matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and transaction management skills
• A client-focused approach with excellent communication skills
• Commitment to further professional development and career growth

Why Join?

This opportunity provides:

• Exposure to complex and varied matter
• A professional yet approachable team environment
• Genuine pathways for career progression with ongoing mentoring
• Competitive remuneration aligned to your experience