Associate - Transactional Practice Group (Funds)

Think Opportunity, Think Baker McKenzie We have an exciting opportunity for a Funds Associate with 3-4 years' PQE. This role sits within our broader Transactional Practice Group in Sydney. Our practice Baker McKenzie's Transactional Practice Group is at the forefront of providing commercially astute advice to major Australian and global companies, fund managers, pension funds and sovereign wealth funds. The work undertaken by the Funds Transaction Group is primarily transactional in nature, and includes assisting funds on raising capital and undertaking investments and M&A transactions. However, there is also a regulatory focus, which includes advising sponsors and managers on all regulatory aspects of fund formation, capital raisings and operating an investment management business. You will be working with a partner in the Funds Transaction Group in Sydney, as well as other partners in the broader team. About you You will have : 2-7 years' experience in Funds-related work; relevant experience in a top-tier or leading international firm (preferred); a strong client service focus; a commitment to high standards including strong drafting, analytical and commercial skills, and excellent written and oral communication skills; a willingness to learn; an ability to demonstrate initiative and proactivity; an ability to work well in a team environment (including across our Australian offices and internationally); a willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences; business development aptitude, interest, and experience; and relevant legal qualifications with a strong academic background. About us About Baker McKenzie At Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. The first local, truly global law firm in Australia, we commenced operations in Sydney in 1964, in Melbourne in 1982 and in Brisbane in 2014. With our breadth of experience in the local market and global connectivity, we are the law firm of choice for Australian and multinational companies. We have 6,500 lawyers globally who work seamlessly together – across practice groups, sectors and markets – to provide our clients with the connected perspectives, integrated solutions and seamless guidance they need to succeed in an increasingly interconnected global market. Baker McKenzie Australia can offer you access to complex, market-leading matters working with some of the world's best legal minds – people who know the law and who understand business. We have an unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities across our global network. Locally, we have an inclusive culture of learning, coaching and opportunity where you will work as part of teams on matters that often cross borders. We value people who think ahead and get noticed. At Baker McKenzie, our flat structure means you will have direct exposure to our clients, responsibility for meaningful involvement across a broad range of matters, and opportunities for progression. You will also regularly work with our extensive network of global colleagues and clients. Additional information Our benefits Financial benefits: competitive remuneration package, generous bonus scheme, salary continuance insurance, life insurance, salary sacrifice options, employee discounts, referral rewards, and travel insurance for you and your family. Learning & development opportunities: client and international office secondments, and regional and global development programs. Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to balance your work and lifestyle. Leave: 26 weeks' paid parental leave for parents / carers (with no minimum service) with access to an external coaching service, ability to purchase additional annual leave, flexible public holidays and volunteer leave. Health & wellbeing programs: Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling and wellbeing and financial coaching for you and your immediate family, flu vaccinations and discounted health insurance. Inclusion, Diversity & Equity Baker McKenzie is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and equitable culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm. As part of our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from people of all genders (including if you identify as transgender or gender diverse), sexual orientations, abilities, cultural backgrounds, as well as First Nations peoples and people with caring responsibilities, neurodivergent lived experiences and disabilities. We want all applicants to be given the best possible opportunity to succeed in our recruitment processes, so invite you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you require to equitably participate in our recruitment processes or in performing the requirements of a role at Baker McKenzie. Apply today #J-18808-Ljbffr