Lawyer or Senior Associate – Corporate Advisory (Financial Services Regulatory)

McCullough Robertson Lawyers; Brisbane; Presencial; AUD 140.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

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Diversity program

Education & development programs

Mentoring and sponsorship

Health & wellbeing program

In-house barista and facilities

Descripción de la vacante

McCullough Robertson Lawyers in Brisbane seeks a capable lawyer with specialist Financial Services Regulatory experience to join our Corporate Advisory team. You will work across high-quality matters, delivering practical advice tailored to commercial objectives.

You will advise on fund constitutions, trust deeds, compliance programs, and AML/CTF issues for fund managers and financial service providers, in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Formación

• At least four years’ post-admission experience in financial services law.
• Specialist financial services regulatory experience with AML/CTF exposure.
• Strong client-focused approach and collaborative mindset.

Responsabilidades

• Draft and review fund constitutions and trust deeds, disclosure documents, and related agreements.
• Advise on financial services regulation matters including funds, payment providers, and service providers.
• Support AML/CTF compliance programs and broader corporate advisory work.

Conocimientos

Financial Services Regulation

AML/CTF

Corporate Advisory

Client-focused

Team collaboration

Descripción del empleo

Lawyer or Senior Associate - Corporate Advisory (Financial Services Regulatory)

McCullough Robertson Lawyers – Brisbane QLD

4mo ago , from McCullough Robertson Lawyers

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm with a proud 100 year history, working with high-calibre national and international clients.We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed through extensive training and career development.Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson combines a century of experience with a modern, collaborative approach, making us a big firm, without the attitude.

The Team

McCullough Robertson's Corporate Advisory team is trusted by boards and senior leaders to deliver tailored, practical advice that is firmly aligned with commercial objectives.With decades of experience advising organisations across Australia, we support clients to navigate complex regulatory environments and high-stakes transactions with confidence.Our work spans listed companies through to fast-growing start-ups across industries including resources and renewables, technology, life sciences, healthcare, financial services and more.Clients choose us for our deep small to mid-cap market expertise, seamless cross-disciplinary collaboration, and hands-on, partner-led approach that ensures strong execution and lasting value.

The Role

We are recruiting for a capable and motivated lawyer with specialist Financial Services Regulatory experience to join our renowned practice.

In this role, you will work across a broad range of interesting and high-quality matters.This includes drafting and reviewing fund constitutions and trust deeds, disclosure documents, authorised representative agreements, investment management agreements, compliance plans, financial services guides, and AML/CTF programs.You will also advise on a range of financial services issues, including wholesale and retail funds, payment providers, and other financial service providers, as well as AML/CTF compliance and the acquisition and disposal of funds management and financial services businesses.

Your clients will include a diverse and impressive portfolio of fund managers, financial planners, stockbrokers, payment providers and foreign financial services providers.

Experience

As the successful candidate, you will be a driven and enthusiastic lawyer with at least four years’ post-admission experience.You may currently be a seasoned lawyer or a newly promoted Senior Associate, with strong experience in financial services regulation, AML/CTF, and broader corporate advisory work.

You take pride in your technical expertise and enjoy applying it to deliver clear, practical advice.Just as importantly, you bring a genuine, client-focused approach to your work.

You will thrive in a collaborative environment where people support one another, share knowledge and work together to achieve strong outcomes for clients.Building trusted relationships with both clients and colleagues will be something you value and actively contribute to.

You are also someone who is keen to continue building your career in financial services law, and you are excited by the opportunity to deepen your expertise and take on new challenges within a high-performing team.

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• Inhouse barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for 15 consecutive years and been recognised as a Gold Tier Small Employer at the 2026 Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.