Banking & Financial Services | Melbourne Permanent full-time position Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave Free daily breakfast and office social events Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community Make the smarter choice . Come and thrive with us. Learn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: bit.ly/HWbenefits About the role and team We have a new opportunity for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join our growing national China Practice in the Banking & Financial Services section, working with a highly regarded team of industry leading partners and lawyers. Our national Banking & Financial Services section has approximately 47 team members and this role will work closely with a number of highly regarded Partners and lawyers across the practice. Our team has expertise in advising on investment and property funds, syndication transactions, financial services compliance, mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions. Our HW Funds team is Australia’s leading investment funds advisory team and leading team dealing with inbound Asian private and institutional capital and investments. As the leading China legal practice in Australia, we offer the most comprehensive and experienced team dedicated to advising Chinese clients on all aspects of investing and conducting business in Australia and globally. Our clients include state-owned enterprises, listed companies, private equity and investment funds, financial institutions, family offices, ultra-high-net-worth individuals, and emerging technology ventures with links to China. You will be responsible for: assisting with the establishment and operation of funds and fund-related transactions across all asset classes, including fund restructures, mergers and closures; advising on Australian financial services licensing requirements, including assisting with licensing applications and variations; preparing and reviewing disclosure documents including product disclosure statements and information memoranda; undertaking due diligence processes in respect of proposed transactions and disclosure documents; reviewing fund-related commercial agreements and advising on arrangements with service providers; and working on mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions. In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to the development of the Banking & Financial Services practice and the Firm by way of: participating in marketing and business development (including assisting in seminars and other presentations); precedents preparation and review; assisting with articles for publication; adherence to the firm’s file management policies; and participation in team and section meetings and CPD activities. About you You will ideally have the following skills and experience: between 3 - 8 years of post-admission experience in funds management and/or financial services law, including experience within private practice; experience in dealing with foreign investment in Australia, Asian private capital including institutions, ultra high net worth individuals and family offices, property funds, corporate transactions and property syndication; strong English written communication and drafting skills, with good attention to detail; Mandarin speaking, writing and reading skills are preferred but not essential for this role; enthusiasm for the financial services sector; an interest in using innovation to develop the practice; excellent technical, analytical and drafting skills with keen attention to detail; outstanding verbal and written communication, client and matter management skills; a strong commitment to client service and the ability to manage client relationships; a focus on achieving commercial solutions for our clients; a willingness and ability to mentor and supervise junior members of the team; and initiative and the ability to organise and prioritise effectively. About us At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive. We are known for having a great culture that puts people first . A culture where our purpose and values - our Hallmarks - are lived, not laminated. We do great work, smarter . We’re passionate about the work we do and how it creates value for today and tomorrow. We’re famous for Smarter Law : smarter thinking to create smarter solutions. We embrace innovative thinking and technology. We listen. We partner. We solve. Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together . We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities. Hear from our people about what it’s like to thrive at Hall & Wilcox: bit.ly/HWpeople To learn more about Hall & Wilcox visit our website. Apply now Are you ready to make the smarter choice? Let’s connect. Click apply to submit your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Jaimie Monahan, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor on Jaimie.Monahan@hallandwilcox.com.au for a confidential discussion. This vacancy is being managed directly by the Hall & Wilcox Talent Acquisition team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.
