Blackstone is the world’s largest alternative asset manager. We seek to create positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we work. We do this by using extraordinary people and flexible capital to help companies solve problems. Our $1.1 trillion in assets under management include investment vehicles focused on private equity, real estate, public debt and equity, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, opportunistic, non-investment grade credit, real assets and secondary funds, all on a global basis. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
Job Description & Responsibilities
Blackstone is seeking a 6+ years PQE transactions/corporate lawyer to provide support to its businesses based in Sydney. The work will be transactional in nature, covering the private equity, real estate and tactical opportunities businesses. Some examples of the work to be covered:
Private Equity, Real Estate and Tactical Opportunities
Review and negotiating transaction and financing documentation
Deal structuring and coordination with business teams along with finance and tax teams
Supervision and coordination of external counsel on transactions
Coordination of legal due diligence process
Input into investment committee materials and management of transaction approval processes
Coordination of regulatory approvals
Coordination with government affairs/public relations
Assisting the business teams with portfolio monitoring and asset management activities
General Corporate
Assist with general corporate matters related to the Blackstone business in Australia
Qualifications
Based in Sydney, the lawyer will support the Blackstone Australia (Sydney) office as part of a legal & compliance team across Asia. This is an exciting role for a bright, ambitious and hard-working individual to work on marquee transactions. Recent transactions include the take private of Crown Resorts and the acquisition of Airtrunk.
Ideally, the individual would possess the following skill sets:
6+ years PQE of M&A, corporate or corporate real estate work with a top tier Australian or international law firm (candidates with relevant experience from investment banks / private funds will be considered)
Australian law degree required
Fluent English required
International experience preferred but not required
Blackstone seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent, and have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. In addition to the qualifications outlined above, the successful candidate should have strong communication skills, a demonstrated ability to write effectively, and a desire to work in a team environment, often under pressure.
The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position. Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.
Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please contact Human Resources at 212-583-5000 (US), +44 (0)20 7451 4000 (EMEA) or +852 3656 8600 (APAC).
Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:
Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;
Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;
Supervising or training securities licensed employees;
Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and
Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.
Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis. Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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