Solicitor, Projects, Energy and Infrastructure

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Solicitor to join our leading Projects, Energy and Infrastructure team to be based in Sydney.

In this role, you will work closely with industry-leading Energy and Construction partners Toby Anderson, Daniel Ficyk and Laurelle Ko, alongside other partners and lawyers within one of Australia's leading energy and infrastructure legal teams.

You will have the opportunity to work on 'first in market' projects and with clients, in Australia and internationally, who are at the forefront of the energy transition.

You will undertake a range of work that supports the delivery of major renewable, energy and infrastructure projects. This will provide the opportunity to work across:

• Project delivery consisting of development and construction related agreements including EPC, ECI, FEED and EPCM arrangements; and
• Renewable energy technologies including wind (including offshore), solar, run-of-river and pumped hydro, geothermal, battery storage and hybrid projects.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrable experience with energy, infrastructure, and construction projects with a focus on contract review, negotiation and drafting;
• An excellent academic record coupled with strong legal skills, a practical mindset and attention to detail;
• A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team;
• An ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to demonstrate collegiality within a team;
• Have a hunger to learn and develop, and be part of maintaining a market-leading practice; and
• Have an innovative mindset, be curious about AI and emerging technologies.

What you can expect from us

• We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. 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 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 are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values-Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Apply now with your resume and academic transcript, or contact Tamara Salem, Recruitment Manager ([email protected]) for a confidential discussion.

Team
Projects, Energy & Infra

Working Pattern

Full time

Location
Sydney

Contract type
Permanent Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values-Human, Bold, and Outstanding.