Solicitor, Corporate (Energy & Resources)

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holistic wellbeing fund

Home office allowance

Learning opportunities tailored to you

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Perth seeks an experienced Solicitor for their Corporate Energy & Resources team. The ideal candidate brings legal expertise in M&A, attention to detail, and a proactive approach. The role offers exceptional learning opportunities on market-leading deals and will require a commitment to continuous professional growth. Candidates should be admitted to practice in Australia or New Zealand. Full-time, mid-senior level role, competitive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Experience in private M&A, joint ventures and related legal matters.
• Ability to comprehend intricate legal matters.
• Excellent academic results and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to comprehend intricate legal matters.
• Proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of a high performing team.
• Innovative mindset with curiosity about AI and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Represent mining clients in various legal transactions.
• Work on deals focused on critical minerals and clean energy.
• Support learning opportunities through market-leading deals and senior client exposure.

Skills

Demonstratable experience as a Solicitor in a leading M&A practice

Excellent academic results

Strong attention to detail

Proactive approach

Innovative mindset

Innovative mindset (AI)

Education

Admission to practice in Australia or New Zealand

Job description

Solicitor, Corporate (Energy & Resources)

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Direct message the job poster from Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer

Manager, Lateral Recruitment at HSF Kramer

We have an opportunity for a Solicitor to join our Corporate Energy & Resources team, based in Perth.

You will work with Jay Leary, Band 1 ranked Partner and Global Head of Mining for HSF Kramer. Jay is recognised globally as a leading lawyer in the mining industry. He is profiled in Chambers & Co (Tier 1), Best Lawyers, ILC Which Lawyer, Legal500, ALB, Who's Who, Acritas star, Doyles Guide and was rated by ILC as Australian energy and resources lawyer of the year numerous times.

Jay also undertakes a range of pro bono work for refugee applicants, mental health organisations and Aboriginal not‑for‑profits.

What you'll do

The team represents a broad spectrum of mining clients, from major Australian and international corporations to small local operations, with a predominant focus on critical minerals and clean energy.

In this role, you will undertake a range of work including private M&A, joint ventures, operating agreements, marketing agreements, royalty agreements and development projects.

You will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working on first in the market deals and with clients, in Australia and internationally, who are at the forefront of the energy transition.

What you'll bring

• Demonstratable experience as a Solicitor in a leading M&A practice.
• Admission to practice in Australia or New Zealand.
• Excellent academic results and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to comprehend intricate legal matters.
• A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our high performing and supportive team.
• An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies.

What you can expect from us

• We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client‑centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution‑focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.
• We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
• We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
• We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
• For more benefits on offer such as our holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here.
• Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia's market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values‑Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Apply now with your resume and academic transcript, or contact Carissa Bartels, Recruitment Manager ([e-mail]) for a confidential discussion.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services