Job summary:

We're looking for a full-time corporate lawyer with 6+ years PQE to join our team and work with our growing client base.

•  Wealth management, general insurance, credit, payments and fintech client base
•  Career opportunity for an astute individual
•  Collaborative work environment and competitive remuneration

Location:

Brisbane or Sydney CBD

What we are looking for:

You have a successful track record in a private law firm, and are seeking a more flexible and innovative environment. Solutions focus and innovation will be key factors in your success.

A strong capability in managing client and referrer relationships and working collaboratively is vital. The ability to bring clients to the firm is definitely an advantage and will speed your progression.

This role is focused on:

•   Corporate structuring advice and transactions including shareholders arrangements, joint ventures and sales/purchase of businesses
•   Advising clients (particularly fintech startups) on capital raising, crowdfunding and venture capital 
• Drafting, reviewing, advising and assisting to negotiate a range of commercial and financial services contracts, including insurance contracts

Depending on your experience and preferences, your diverse range of work may also include:

•   Regulatory advice on the financial services regime including licensing, disclosure and regulatory challenges
•   Financial services distribution, advice and marketing signoffs for general insurance and financial planning businesses

The following skills are important to us:

•   Technical excellence and strategic capability
•   A commitment to practical resolution of legal problems
•   Ability to provide confident, quick and cohesive oral and written advice
•   Ability to identify opportunities and win work from current and potential clients
•   Ability to mentor and support other lawyers/paralegals

What we offer:

You’ll be joining a firm enjoying significant growth. The partners have an ambitious business plan and are committed to bringing you along on the journey.

You’ll have extensive client contact and after an initial period of training, will work largely autonomously, with support from our directors and team.

We’re committed to flexibility. That doesn’t mean you won’t work hard at times but we’ll ensure you have the flexibility you need to make your life work.

You’ll be working with a highly collaborative and energetic team across our Sydney and Brisbane offices.

Salary will be negotiated according to skills and experience.

Candidate requirements:

•   You must have the right to work in this country.

To apply, please send your covering letter and CV to admin@thefoldlegal.com.au

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