Job Description:

About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading independent Australian law firm. With 100 partners and over 600 staff nationally, we are a Top 10 Australian firm by size. Our clients include ASX200 listed companies, mid-sized corporates, the public sector and not-for-profit organisations. We have been recognised by respected industry bodies and commentators, including ALPMA and Australasian Lawyer, as one of the nation’s most innovative law firms, leading ground-breaking projects such as Australia’s first legal services Accelerator. Our energetic vision is complemented by our investment in quality people and a proven commitment to forging strong, durable client relationships.

The Role

Role

In this role you will be working with a leading Partner across a range of matters including

A great career opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join our Not-For-Profit team in Sydney.

• arranging tax endorsements/concession for charities;
• providing corporate/governance advice;
• advising on fundraising issues;
• dealing with internal disputes in NFPs;
• drafting constitutions; and
• acting on mergers etc.

This is an opportunity to provide technical expertise and advice to charities and the Not-For-Profit sector more generally.

What We Offer

At Mills Oakley, we believe our success hinges on our ability to attract and retain high calibre professionals. Mills Oakley is dedicated to providing a stimulating work environment and the support and recognition you require to build a strong foundation for a great career and to progress to partnership. Mills Oakley takes a collaborative approach to your learning & development. We are small enough to give you the personal attention and career development to help you realise your full potential; yet large enough to provide the challenge of diverse, high-quality work and clients.

Who We Are Looking For

You will have a minimum of 4 years’ experience ideally from a National or International firm, providing advice to charities and Not-For-Profit Organisations. You will have a “can-do” attitude, a passion for the law as well as excellent client service skills. Ideally you will have a credit average academic history from a well-respected university.

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All applications can be addressed to Emma Weeber, Talent Acquisition Consultant, and submitted online via our Careers Page.

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