Solicitor – 2-4 years – Banking & Finance (Financial Markets & Regulation) – Sydney

We are looking for a solicitor with a background in Financial Regulation to join our leading Financial Markets & Regulatory team. You will be responsible for varied challenging complex legal work which often sets the pace in the market. In this role you will perform primarily advisory and drafting work for a range of clients including major financial institutions, digital asset platforms, technology firms and government/transnational bodies.

About the team

This role will see you work closely with Urszula Mc. Cormack , Partner in our Financial Markets & Regulatory Team. Urszula has a significant focus on technology-enabled finance, including blockchain, digital assets and payments. Urszula works with some of the world’s largest regulated institutions and transnational bodies, supporting digital economy development in the APAC region, complex legal analysis and large-scale projects involving major banks, central banks and technology companies.

A particular feature of Urszula’s work is that it is routinely cross-border, providing the opportunity to coordinate matters across multiple jurisdictions. You will also have the opportunity to work with Dale Rayner , another senior Partner in the team, who specialises in major bank projects, carbon, digital assets and asset finance.

You will have Hunger to learn – no prior knowledge in digital assets or other technologies is needed, but deep curiosity is a must Passion for the law Excellent analytical, communication and research skills An ability to distil complex issues into simple messages and clear drafting Strong interpersonal skills Enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities You will have recognised experience gained in a similar environment and be keen to work as part of a committed team.

If you have experience offshore, you are still encouraged to apply. Who are we? We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We’ve been part of Australia’s story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen. Why work with us?

We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It’s a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients , where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of .

You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits , policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals. Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead. Next Steps Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kellie Mc. Lean, Kellie.Mc. Lean@mallesons.com If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia. Diversity and Inclusion Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons. We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email careers@mallesons.

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