Senior Associate (5 years PQE +), Sydney
Yvonne Kelly • September 11, 2025
We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Associate, on behalf of our client, to join their Sydney office.
With at least 5+ years’ post-admission experience in private practice, you bring sound judgment, initiative, and a practical approach to solving legal and commercial problems. You’re confident leading complex matters, mentoring junior lawyers, and working directly with clients across a wide range of industries.
The Role
In this role you will work closely with clients, with the support of a paralegal, to:
- Lead high-quality commercial and corporate matters end-to-end
- Draft and review agreements including leases, shareholder agreements, service contracts, and T&Cs
- Advise clients on governance, structuring, capital raising, and risk
- Support and mentor junior lawyers and paralegals
- Help foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and collaboration
If you’re seeking more meaningful client work, better work-life balance, and a clear growth path, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.
For more information, please contact Yvonne Kelly in strict confidence
📞: +61 405216810
✉️: ykelly@keanemcdonald.com
Absolute discretion is assured.






