Lawyer, Restructuring and Insolvency

Legal Counsel, Employment – Australia & New Zealand Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gilbert + Tobin is built on enduring values of excellence, trust, respect, integrity and good corporate citizenship. We are a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by our clients to navigate today’s increasingly complex world. We are purpose‑built for our clients’ most complex work – across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering the highest quality of legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for our clients. They also provide our lawyers the opportunity to work with and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry. Our open, merit‑based culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T’s journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades. We remain as determined as ever to be the best it’s possible to be. About The Restructuring And Insolvency Team Our award‑winning Restructuring and Insolvency team is dynamic and valued for its pragmatic, commercial and partner‑led service. We advise funds, banks, borrowers, investors and directors, as well as many leading insolvency practitioners, on all types of distressed transactions and special situations – including before and after formal insolvency administrations. We have extensive experience in both contentious and non‑contentious restructuring and insolvency work. In addition to front‑end matters, we advise and act in disputes and applications arising in restructures and workouts, voluntary administrations, liquidations and receiverships. Our Restructuring and Insolvency services include: Distressed debt investing and exits Distressed mergers and acquisitions (M&A) Voluntary administrations, liquidations and receiverships Disputes and applications arising in relation to all of the above Restructuring and workouts See recent matters here: About You You will be joining a team that works on some of the most complex restructuring and insolvency matters in Australia. To succeed, you should have a strong interest in challenging work and the confidence to take ownership early in your career. You will bring: Two to three years’ post‑qualification experience (PQE) in restructuring and insolvency, or a strong interest in developing in this area Excellent drafting and advice writing skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving ability The confidence to engage directly with clients The ability to work independently and contribute effectively as part of a team What We Will Offer You You’ll be working alongside a close‑knit, friendly and high‑performing team. G+T prides itself on being a great place to work. G+T will offer you a friendly, flexible and professional working environment with benefits such as additional annual leave, subsidised gym membership, exclusive discounts, social gatherings which include Monthly Friday night drinks and birthday celebrations, team dinners and group gatherings. Our benefits are designed to help our employees manage all their lifestyle needs and to reward them for being part of the team. From financial rewards to health and wellbeing, outstanding L+D opportunities, flexibility and innovation – view the benefits of being part of the G+T team here: At 101, you also get to enjoy the luxury ‘end of trip facilities’ which includes bike racks, showers, towels, airing cupboards and ironing stations and then there is their luxe wellness space – RISE the exclusive amenity at 101 delivering holistic health and fitness experiences in a premium approach to wellness which offer group fitness classes and much more Lastly, you’ll be based in our beautiful open planned offices in 101 Collins Street with panoramic views of the city and easy access to public transport, restaurants, cafes and exercise facilities. Additional Information Please submit your interest via our career’s website with a resume. We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal Industries Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr