Senior Project Finance Associate - Energy & Infrastructure

Charterhouse Middle East; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate in Project Finance with 3–6+ years of PQE. The role involves advising on large-scale projects focusing on energy and infrastructure, managing stakeholder relationships, and leading transaction execution. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and negotiation skills, with experience in a top-tier environment being a must. Collaborative and commercially-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in project finance and/or projects within a top-tier environment.
• Solid exposure to energy and infrastructure transactions is an advantage.
• Confidence in running workstreams with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Advise on structuring and financing of large-scale projects.
• Manage cross-border workstreams and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead diligence and coordinate transaction execution.

Skills

Project finance experience

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

3–6+ years of PQE

Job description

A leading international law firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Associate in Project Finance with 3–6+ years of PQE. The role involves advising on large-scale projects focusing on energy and infrastructure, managing stakeholder relationships, and leading transaction execution. Ideal candidates will have strong drafting and negotiation skills, with experience in a top-tier environment being a must. Collaborative and commercially-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.