Finance Lawyer - Sydney

Yvonne Kelly • June 1, 2026

Join one of the world’s most recognised international law firms, a powerhouse with a truly global reach and an unrivalled reputation across mergers & acquisitions, private equity, capital markets, regulatory investigations, and technology.


This is your opportunity to work alongside leading Australian and international financial institutions, investment banks, corporations, and private equity funds on landmark, cross-border transactions.


You’ll be at the forefront of sophisticated finance work, advising on acquisition, project, and corporate/real estate finance transactions.


You’ll draft, advise, and analyse with precision, balancing autonomy with strong collaboration across clients and teams.


Ideal Candidate

• You have 2 years PQE in finance law

• You have solid experience in acquisition, project, or corporate/real estate finance

• You have sharp drafting and analytical skills

• You are a natural collaborator who can also work independently


You'll gain

• A competitive salary and generous benefits package

• Being part of a welcoming, inclusive, and professional culture

• Work at a prestigious global platform with access to high-calibre, complex work

• A prime office location with easy access to public transport, restaurants, and fitness facilities


If you’re ready to elevate your finance law career on a truly global stage, we’d love to hear from you.


For more information, please contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence

📞: +61 405 216 810

✉️: ykelly@keanemcdonald.com


Absolute discretion is assured.

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Our client is looking for someone with 2+ years PQE that has experience banking, finance, and debt. Ideally you will have some experience in the following areas: Cross-border finance transactions Acquisition and leveraged financing Syndicated and bilateral financing The ideal candidate, will be able to help to grow the business, effectively manage deals and communications across all parties involved is an ambitious go-getter that shows initiative, has high commercial awareness and collaboration skills has the ability to juggle multiple deals simultaneously and remains level-headed in stressful situations For inquiries, reach out to Yvonne Kelly: 📞: +61 405216810 ✉️: ykelly@keanemcdonald.com Absolute discretion is assured.
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