About Gilbert + Tobin
G+T is a leading transactions, regulatory and disputes law firm. We handle some of the most complex transactions in Australia, advising acquirers, targets and financiers. We are trusted by clients on sensitive regulatory investigations and approvals, litigation and Royal Commissions.
Our firm is also committed to outstanding citizenship. Our pro bono legal services have a proud track record and we champion important causes, such as marriage equality and reconciliation with Australia’s Indigenous peoples. We have the highest proportion of women partners among major Australian law firms.
The Group (Corporate Advisory)
Our award-winning and market-leading M&A group provides innovative solutions and project management for all aspects of both large-scale and smaller value corporate transactions and advises on a range of related corporate issues.
We are regarded as one of the leading advisers to private equity funds; our commercially savvy team blends traditional corporate law skills with an understanding of the needs of private equity investors. Recent Transactions our Public M&A practice have worked on include:
* KKR on the proposed acquisition of a 55% interest in Colonial First State (CFS) and establishment of a joint venture with Commonwealth Bank of Australia, with the transaction valuing CFS at $3.4 billion.
* Cleanaway on its proposed $2.5 billion acquisition of Suez’s Australian business.
* L Catterton, the largest consumer-focused private equity firm in the world, on the sale of iconic Australian brand, RM Williams to Andrew Forrest’s private investment group Tattarang.
* PowAR consortium (QIC, Future Fund, AGL) on its $3 billion proposed acquisition of Tilt Renewables by scheme of arrangement.
* Adamantem Capital on the acquisition of the Spotless commercial laundries business from Downer and the subsequent establishment of a joint venture between Adamantem Capital and Downer in respect of the business.
* DuluxGroup’s $4.2 billion acquisition by Nippon Paint by scheme of arrangement.
* BGH Capital’s $2.1 billion acquisition of Navitas by scheme of arrangement.
* IPOs for Pepper Group, Australian Clinical Labs, CleanSpace, Cashrewards, Adore Beauty and Damstra Technology.
The Role
You will work closely alongside one of our impressive Partners in the Corporate Advisory group.
* Work alongside some of Australia’s leading M&A partners in one of the truly premier practices in the country on a broad mix of high profile transactions.
* Be part of a friendly and high performing team in a fast paced and supportive environment.
* Learn and develop legal and non-legal skills.
* Be remunerated at the top end of the market.
About you
As our successful candidate you should be able to demonstrate a desire, and the capacity, to work on high profile and technically challenging transactions. You should be an ambitious high performer, looking to work in an environment where your performance will be duly recognised and rewarded accordingly. In addition, you will have:
* 2+ years’ experience with strong exposure to Corporate advisory.
* Strong drafting and advice writing skills.
* Superior technical knowledge and an interest in Australian securities laws and takeovers regulation.
* The ability to work effectively with clients.
* The ability to work autonomously and in a team environment.
* A desire to develop and progress quickly.
What we will offer you
Gilbert + Tobin will offer you a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to top of market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, additional annual leave, a subsidised café, subsidised gym membership, ‘end of trip facilities’, exclusive retail discounts, social events, and much more.
How to apply
Please submit your interest via our careers website with a resume and academic transcripts.
Should you have any questions about the role, or require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process please contact Alice Rettie, at *******@gtlaw.com.au.
We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture which fosters and celebrates difference. For G+T it is about diversity of thinking and bringing people's life experience into the mix and making sure that we are as diverse as the Australian community.
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