Overview
Energy Projects Senior Associate - Sydney — 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.
Ashurst is continuing to invest heavily in our Projects and Energy Transition team and is seeking a Senior Associate with 7 years or more PQE and experience in energy projects. 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).
Responsibilities
You'll 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.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have:
- 7 years or more post admission experience in an energy projects, infrastructure or construction practice area, gained within a reputable firm;
- Experience in energy projects, transactions and regulatory matters, or within a major infrastructure projects practice;
- Passionate about the sectors that we work in and seeing city-shaping projects come to life;
- A desire to be part of an environment where you can work as part of a team to service clients, and contribute to culture and the overall success of the practice; and
- An exceptional ability to build meaningful and long-lasting relationships with colleagues and clients.
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.
Position details
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Legal, Other, and General Business
- Industries: Legal Services and Law Practice
Benefits
- 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
- Strong commitment to social impact, 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.
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