Solicitor, FSR

Job Description

About Herbert Smith Freehills As one of the world’s leading law firms, we advise many of the largest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe. With over 5,000 people, including 3,100 lawyers and over 2,000 business services professionals, operating from our global network of offices across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and North America, Herbert Smith Freehills is at the heart of the new global business landscape providing premium quality, full-service legal advice.We recognise that the success of our business and our clients relies on the skills, knowledge and ideas of all our people. Our environment is one in which high performance is expected, in return, we will provide you with rewards and opportunities tailored to your personal and professional goals. The Opportunity We are seeking a Solicitor (2-4PQE) to join our financial services regulatory team based in either Melbourne or Sydney. Working as part of a close-knit national practice lead by Partners Charlotte Henry and Alice Molan , you will advise local and international clients in the banking, non-bank lending, payments and fintech sectors. Your expertise in non-contentious FSR will provide valued support to clients facing an increasingly complex regulatory environment and allow them to adeptly navigate upcoming reforms. This area of legal practice is dynamic and growing rapidly, and the deep expertise of our national FSR team is reflected in our rankings: Tier 1 (Legal 500 - Regulatory Compliance) Band 1 (Chambers Asia Pacific - Financial Services Regulation) Band 1 (Chambers FinTech Guide) What you’ll bring Tertiary qualifications in law and an unrestricted Australian or NZ practicing certificate. 2+ years’ experience in a FSR team within private practice, an in-house division or relevant regulatory body. Relevant regulatory experience covering one or more of the following areas: payment systems regulation, anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws, consumer credit and retail banking laws, prudential regulation including the financial accountability regime, and personal property securities legislation. Strong technical skills and academic results. A curiosity about our clients, and eagerness to build relationships to support the growth and reputation of the practice. An ability to manage competing priorities, work to tight timeframes and support our multi-disciplinary matters. A friendly and positive approach to mentoring Law Graduates and Law Clerks who rotate through the team. What you can expect from us We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity, and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions. We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals. We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control. For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here . Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm. We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+ and neurodivergent individuals, as well as individuals of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities. We’re a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people. For any questions, please contact Carissa Bartels, Recruitment Manager on This vacancy is being managed directly by Herbert Smith Freehills Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Team Corporate Working Pattern Full time Location Melbourne, Sydney Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion At Herbert Smith Freehills you will be part of a diverse, innovative culture where high performance, client focus and highly engaged people are our differentiator. People at our firm come from a range of backgrounds and bring a wide variety of experiences and perspectives to their work with us. We strive to ensure that our inclusive environment means you feel valued and able to perform at your best by being your authentic self at work. We know that our future success not only depends on being innovative and progressive in the changing legal market but, most importantly, on our people feeling highly engaged in meaningful work.We understand that you have commitments and personal interests outside of work and we strive to create a working environment based on mutual trust and respect, in which you can perform at your best whilst maintaining sustainable balance across your life. #J-18808-Ljbffr