Corporate M&A Partner or SC

Law Staff; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Staff is recruiting a Corporate M&A Partner for its Brisbane office, part of a nationally recognised practice. The role offers a platform with a growth trajectory, strong leadership, and opportunities to further scale a premium corporate practice.

The firm highlights significant earnings potential and a transparent, profitable partnership model. Ideal candidates have 10-25 years' PQE in corporate law, a proven business development track record, and an existing client base around $1.5m in

Qualifications

• 10-25 years' PQE in corporate law.
• Demonstrable track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Current client profile approximately $1.5m in annual revenue.
• Ability to lead and manage a modest team to scale up practice and advance within equity pool.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-value transactions and strategic advisory mandates.
• Leverage an established client base and transition clients; build further.
• Work with senior partners nationally to drive growth and profitability.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Job description

• Corporate M&A Partner
• Prestigious National Law Firm
• Average Partner Earnings $1.2m to $2m

We are searching discreetly for an established Corporate Partner to join one of Australia's more profitable and strategically disciplined corporate law firms, as it continues a sustained phase of its growth across the country.

This nationally recognised practice has built prominence in the Corporate M&A, ECM and Corporate Advisory sector. With a blue-chip client base and a consistently high-performing partnership, the firm offers a platform designed to support ambitious partners in materially enhancing both their practice and earnings, all while providing you with extensive support and collegiality.

The Opportunity:

You will join a financially robust national firm operating at the top end of the corporate market, with strong leadership and a clear growth trajectory. The Brisbane office, in particular, is entering another year of significant expansion, with forecast growth of 20% to 25% over the next 12 months. Part of that growth is in its Corporate and Resources teams. Insofar as the corporate team is concerned, the firm is offering you the opportunity to:

• Work alongside a highly regarded group of senior corporate partners nationally.
• Lead complex, high-value transactions and strategic advisory mandates.
• Further scale your practice within a well-capitalised and growth-focused platform.
• Leverage an established, premium client base while transitioning your clients and continuing to build this further.

The national team advises a variety of sectors across a range of transactions including but not limited to:

• Mergers & Acquisitions (regulated and off-market)
• Equity Capital Markets, including IPOs and backdoor listings
• Corporate restructures and joint ventures
• Corporate advisory includingASX Listing Rules and Corporate Compliance and Regulatory matters.

NB: Deep expertise across all areas is not essential, moreover a strong core corporate capability in 60% of these matters is key.

Commercial Proposition:

• 100-point equity partner earnings of this firm are well in excess of $4M
• Junior equity partners are averaging $1.2m to $2m
• Strong internal referral networks and cross-office collaboration exist.
• A partnership model built on transparency, profitability and sustainable growth.

About You:

This will suit a junior to mid-level Corporate Partner (or a Special Counsel carrying a strong client profile and on the cusp of partnership) seeking a more commercially rewarding and strategically aligned platform without the red tape or internal politics. You will bring:

• 10-25 years' PQE in corporate law
• Experience from a top-tier, leading mid-tier or specialist corporate practice
• A demonstrable track record in business development and client relationship management
• A current client profile approximately $1.5m in annual revenue
• The ability to lead and manage a modest team allowing you to scale up your practice and advance within the equity pool.

Why Consider This Move:

For partners who are well-positioned but under-leveraged, this platform offers the infrastructure, brand and internal alignment to unlock meaningful growth in both practice and profitability without compromising on quality of work or clients.

About Law Staff:

For over 38 years, Law Staff has advised partners and practice groups on discreet, strategic moves within the Australian legal market. Our approach is defined by:

• Deep insight into partnership economics and firm performance
• Clear, objective advice on cultural and strategic fit
• Long-term guidance on practice growth and earnings potential
• And that all discussions are handled with discretion and absolute confidentiality.