Solicitor / Senior Associate - Banking & Finance

_{27th October, 2026}

ABOUT THE ROLE

A growing commercial law practice is seeking a Solicitor with 2–3 years' PAE and an experienced Senior Associate to join its Melbourne banking and finance team.

The practice advises a diverse client base across a range of lending and funding arrangements, spanning corporate, property, infrastructure and acquisition-related matters. The work offers exposure to complex transactions involving both Australian and international parties.

The level of responsibility will reflect your experience, with opportunities to take a leading role in transactions, manage negotiations, maintain client relationships and support the development of junior team members.

You will:

• Assist with and advise on financing transactions from initial stages through to completion
• Prepare, review and negotiate commercial and finance documentation
• Work with clients and other advisers to progress transactions efficiently
• Identify legal and commercial risks and provide practical solutions
• Manage deadlines and coordinate multiple workstreams
• Develop trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
• Participate in practice development and professional networking activities
• Contribute to knowledge sharing and team development

• Experience in banking and finance law appropriate to your level of seniority
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Clear communication skills and sound commercial judgement
• A client-focused mindset and the ability to build lasting relationships
• Confidence managing competing priorities in a demanding environment
• A proactive, collaborative approach to working with others
• An interest in contributing to business growth and developing your professional network
• Openness to using emerging technology to improve legal work

• Varied and challenging commercial work
• Opportunities to build technical expertise and take on greater responsibility
• Supportive colleagues and access to experienced mentors
• Scope to develop client relationships and leadership capability
• Ongoing learning, career development and employee wellbeing initiatives