Corporate & M&A Partner / Special Counsel | 8+ PAE | Sydney CBD Firm

Gorilla Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity pathway

BD & marketing support

Technology investments

Sydney CBD office

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs in Sydney CBD seeks a Corporate & M&A Partner or Special Counsel to lead and grow a corporate and M&A practice for business owners, boards and management.

You bring 8+ years' post-admission experience, a portable or established client following, Australian admission and NSW practising certificate, and a proven track record in business development and client relationships.

Qualifications

• 8+ years' post-admission experience in corporate and M&A.
• A portable practice or established client following.
• Admission in Australia and an unrestricted NSW practising certificate.
• A track record of business development and long-term client relationships.
• The leadership ability to build and mentor a team.
• An entrepreneurial approach and the ambition to grow your practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a corporate and M&A practice for business owners, boards and management.
• Develop and mentor a high-performing team and leverage existing client relationships.
• Drive cross-referrals and strategic growth from a Sydney CBD platform.

Skills

Corporate & M&A

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Education

Australian legal qualification

Job description

Corporate & M&A Partner / Special Counsel | 8+ PAE | Sydney CBD Firm

Our client is a growing Sydney CBD commercial law firm looking for corporate and M&A practitioners at Partner or Special Counsel level who want a stronger platform to grow their practice. It suits an established Partner looking for better support and economics, a Special Counsel with a transportable practice, or a senior practitioner ready to lead. Boutique principals and sole practitioners considering a merger or succession are also welcome to make contact.

Why you'll love it here:

• $250,000-$350,000 total package, with transparent remuneration and genuine upside for high performers
• A pathway to equity participation and real leadership opportunities
• Dedicated marketing, business development and operational support, so your time goes on clients and fee earning
• Investment in technology, AI tools and modern systems
• A substantial and growing commercial client base to cross-refer into your practice
• Keep your personal brand and client relationships, with the backing of an established firm
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and the freedom to build your practice your way

About the role:

You'll lead and grow a corporate and M&A practice for business owners, boards and management.

What you'll bring:

• 8+ years' post-admission experience in corporate and M&A
• A portable practice or established client following that covers your remuneration (essential)
• Admission in Australia and an unrestricted NSW practising certificate
• A track record of business development and long-term client relationships
• The leadership ability to build and mentor a team
• An entrepreneurial approach and the ambition to grow your practice

Additional information

• $250K-$350K total package + genuine upside | Pathway to equity
• Corporate & M&A Partner or Special Counsel | Sydney CBD
• Portable practice required | Full BD, marketing and ops support