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Talent Acquisition Consultant at Ashurst
Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.
What makes Ashurst a great place to work?
* Flexible work options
* Market leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of gender
* Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans
* Genuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities,
* Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education.
* We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs.
* We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The Opportunity
Ashurst recognises the importance of the energy transition and the journey to net-zero - not just for our clients but for future generations. We believe that the energy transition and the pathway to net zero affects every element of the local, national and global economies. Ashurst has, and will continue to, invest heavily in ensuring we grow and nurture the best minds to help our clients navigate the energy transition.
We are seeking bright, driven Lawyers to join our team and to be involved in a wide range of matters related to the procurement, development, and delivery of major energy projects—including power purchase agreements—as well as energy regulatory issues and carbon market developments.
We offer a bright career path with significant investment in training & development. We also give our team members great opportunities to build strong relationships with our clients and industry players, to truly engage in the energy industry.
In this role, you will work closely with Mike Webb, a partner with a strong focus on renewable energy and climate-tech projects, as well as with our broader Projects and Energy Transition teams in Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth (including partners such as Chris Redden, Kate Phillips, David Jardine, Dan Brown, Dale Gill, Paul Lingard and Jess Davies).
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
* 3 years or more post admission experience in an energy projects, infrastructure or construction practice area, gained within a reputable firm;
* Experience in energy and resources projects, transactions or major infrastructure projects is ideal;
* Excellent communication and drafting skills, and a plain English approach to drafting and advice writing;
* A proactive, positive, and energetic approach, committed to delivering excellent service; and
* A team-focused attitude, the ability to work independently and capable of managing multiple priorities.
For more information or if you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact: for a confidential conversation.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly to Ashurst. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal, Other, and General Business
* Industries
Legal Services and Law Practice
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