Senior Associate - Corporate M&A (BBBH306) Melbourne, Australia
This is an opportunity to join a high-performing energy team at a time of significant growth and deal activity. Vinova are working with a leading business that has seen a major increase in energy M&A transactions, creating the chance for you to work on complex, high-profile deals with leading clients across the sector.
You will gain exposure to large-scale energy transactions while building your profile within one of the most respected corporate teams in the market. For lawyers looking to transition into the energy sector, this is a rare opportunity to do so without prior industry experience. Alongside the quality of work, the role offers clear long-term progression, strong mentorship, and access to international learning and development opportunities.
About the role
You will join a collaborative and high-performing corporate practice working closely with senior leaders on energy M&A transactions. The role will involve direct exposure to clients, complex negotiations, and end-to-end deal execution across a varied portfolio of transactions.
The successful candidate will work within a tight-knit team environment with strong support from leadership and clear pathways for progression into senior positions over time. The business places a strong emphasis on development and internal growth, with ongoing investment in learning opportunities for high-performing lawyers.
Duties
- Lead corporate M&A matters across energy transactions
- Manage deal execution, negotiations, and client advisory work
- Draft and review transaction documents
- Coordinate projects with internal and external stakeholders
- Build strong client relationships across complex transactions
Skills & experience
- Corporate M&A experience from a top-tier or mid-tier law firm
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Minimum 3 years PQE, all the way up to Special Counsel level
- Strong academic background with high university results
- Experience across complex transactional work
- Interest in the energy sector and long-term career growth within energy
Benefits
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Industry leading salary packages
- Up to 20% bonus plus discretionary bonus opportunities
- Sponsorship support available
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Pathway toward senior leadership and Partner-level progression
- Access to international learning and development opportunities
Company & culture
Vinova are working with a leading law firm known for its high-performing corporate and energy practice. The team is recognised for its collaborative culture, strong leadership, and exposure to premium transactional work.
The business offers a professional but supportive environment where lawyers are encouraged to develop their careers long term while working alongside highly regarded industry leaders. The team operates with a strong in-office culture, spending approximately 60% of time together in the office to support collaboration and mentoring.
If you are interested in this position please apply here or contact Vinova for a confidential discussion.