Overview
We are looking for talented and motivated Associates and Senior Associates to join our Projects team in Sydney. This is a fantastic opportunity for lawyers interested in working in a collaborative and high performing team advising on some of the most complex and interesting transactions in the market. We are particularly interested in hearing from lawyers with Infrastructure and Energy expertise and/or an interest in working on large scale development projects.
Responsibilities
You will play an important role delivering client work on market-leading projects and transactions and working with us to identify and win new work opportunities. The key features of this role are the challenging work you will experience, the variety of transactions you can expect to get involved in and the broad range of clients and people you will work with. Your role will typically include advising on:
* Acting for significant resources companies in relation to key project documents such as State Agreements, joint venture agreements, royalty arrangements and access deeds.
* Acting for significant players in the Infrastructure and Energy sector on key documents such as joint operating agreements, LNG sale and purchase agreements, lifting and balancing agreements, tolling and offtake agreements.
* Advising clients in relation to all aspects of acquisitions and disposals, from legal due diligence, through preparation of transaction documents, to completion.
* Assisting clients to obtain regulatory project and transaction approvals.
* Advising clients seeking to construct or acquire renewable energy projects or generation facilities.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity. Hybrid working (60% in the office) is how we work; however flexibility matters at Allens, so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss arrangements that work best for you.
About You
You will have:
* Experience advising on a broad range of project development transactions in the Infrastructure and Energy sector at a well-regarded international or Australian firm, including boutique firms.
* Ability to work independently and effectively manage smaller matters and elements of larger matters.
* A strong team ethic and willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences and networks.
* An interest in building an understanding of clients and developing effective working relationships with clients.
* Willingness to participate in business development activities, such as pitch documents, firm-wide pursuits, attending industry events and hosting seminars.
* Ability to establish a professional profile and internal networks.
Development and Perks
In joining Allens, you will receive learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. Our Career Deal provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters enables opportunities for secondments worldwide.
Benefits
* Financial: market competitive remuneration; incentive plan, referral program, discounts, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding.
* Health and wellbeing: gym memberships, vaccinations, wellbeing programs, counselling and coaching services.
* Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements and equipment for working from home.
* Leave: enhanced parental leave and related family support.
* International opportunities: potential secondments through our Linklaters alliance.
* Recognition: team-based and annual awards recognizing contributions.
Allens invests in communities and offers opportunities to engage in reconciliation, environmental and social justice initiatives, as well as workplace giving and volunteering programs.
How to apply
To apply, please click the apply now button. For more information, you can visit the Allens site or listen to the Allens Confidential podcast. For a confidential discussion, contact Ena Pita, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant at ena.pita@allens.com.au. For accessibility adjustments during the application process, please contact careers@allens.com.au.
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