This is a Banking & Finance - Lawyer/Associate role with Mills Oakley based in Melbourne, VIC, AU Mills Oakley Role Seniority - mid level More about the Banking & Finance - Lawyer/Associate role at Mills Oakley Due to continued success and growth of our Banking & Finance team, we are looking for a Lawyer/Associate (2-5 PQE) to work alongside Monique Stella. About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do. The Role Due to continued success and growth of our Banking & Finance practice, we are looking for a Lawyer or Associate with experience in front-end banking and finance to join our Melbourne practice, supporting Monique Stella. In this role you will be working on a range of matters including corporate finance, property and construction finance, fund work, asset finance, receivables financing and advisory work in multiple fields including PPSA. There will be opportunities to work with other teams, in particular, Insolvency, Property, and Corporate practice groups. You will work with key clients and the matters you will be involved in are significant, complex and exciting, and both cross-border and domestic. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions, advising financial institutions and corporate borrowers on complex financing arrangements. The work is both challenging and rewarding, and our established team has a high-performing, inclusive and learning-oriented culture that is looking to leverage its success and expand the Melbourne banking practice with another lawyer committed to building the practice further. Who We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have the following: Between 2-5 years’ experience from a reputable banking and finance practice Strong technical skills in front-end transactional work Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities Commercial acumen and the ability to provide pragmatic, client-focused advice A proactive, collaborative mindset with strong communication skills What We Offer We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including: Flexible working; Dress for your day; Discounted health insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia; Study and exam leave; Competitive referral bonus; and Other amazing perks! Apply All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page. Requirements Apply Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mills Oakley team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ⚖️ Working on a range of matters Advising on complex financing arrangements Collaborating with other teams Key Strengths Front-end transactional work ✍️ Drafting and negotiation Commercial acumen Collaborative mindset ️ Strong communication skills A Final Note: This is a role with Mills Oakley not with Hatch.
