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Senior Associate or Special Counsel (Banking & Finance / Commercial Law)


Company : Profusion


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2026-02-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Associate or Special Counsel Corporate & Commercial LawJoin to apply for the Senior Associate or Special Counsel Corporate & Commercial Law role at Profusion.Location: Brisbane, QLD or Melbourne, VIC.Lead highvalue M&A and commercial transactions, advise on strategy, and shape practice growth in a flexible, peoplefirst environment.Company Overview: Join a highly regarded national commercial practice with a strong midmarket focus and a reputation for delivering commercially sharp, practical advice.Role Overview: This senior role offers genuine autonomy, direct access to decisionmakers, and the opportunity to influence client outcomes and practice direction.Key Responsibilities:Lead M&A transactions and business sales from inception to completionAdvise on deal structure, risk, and negotiation strategyManage complex banking & finance matters, including multijurisdictional transactionsDraft bespoke agreements and provide strategic corporate adviceMentor junior lawyers and contribute to practice growthBuild strong client relationships and support business development initiativesSkills & Experience:Senior Associate or Special Counsel level experience6+ years'' postadmission experience in corporate/commercial law and/or banking & financeProven ability to manage complex matters independentlyStrong drafting, negotiation, and advisory skillsCommercial mindset and leadership qualitiesWhat''s on Offer:Highquality work without unnecessary bureaucracyGenuine flexibility and a collaborative, inclusive cultureSupported business development, not forcedClear path to continued seniority and influenceStructured learning and development opportunitiesClick APPLY or contact Lianna McDonald at [email protected] are committed to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We welcome candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply.Seniority level: MidSenior levelEmployment type: FulltimeJob function: Legal #J-18808-Ljbffr