Senior Solicitor – Project Finance (Paris) | UK Qualification Preferred

Robert Walters; Paris; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading international law firm is currently recruiting a Senior Associate/Solicitor with 7 to 10 years of experience to join their Project Finance team in Paris. The team specializes in advising on complex transactions in the extractive industries and infrastructure projects, often involving cross-border matters in emerging markets. The ideal candidate will have a UK qualification, strong experience in Project Finance, and excellent command of English and French, all while thriving in a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Prestations

Career development prospects

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Exposure to high-stakes transactions

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience as a Senior Associate/Solicitor.
• Solid experience in Project Finance, ideally in an international law firm.
• Strong command of both English and French.

Connaissances

Project Finance / Projects

English proficiency

French proficiency

Ability to work on multi-jurisdictional deals

Interest in emerging markets

Formation

UK qualification (Solicitor of England & Wales)

Description du poste

We are currently recruiting a Senior Associate/Solicitor (7–10 years of experience) to join the Project Finance team of an international law firm based in Paris.

The team is recognised for its expertise in advising on complex transactions in the extractive industries, as well as energy and infrastructure projects. A significant portion of the work involves cross-border matters in emerging markets, including Francophone Africa.

🔍 Profile sought

• Senior Associate with 7 to 10 years of post-qualification experience.
• UK qualification (Solicitor of England & Wales) strongly preferred.
• Solid experience in Project Finance / Projects, ideally gained in an international law firm or in a cross-border transactional environment.
• Strong ability to work on complex, multi-jurisdictional deals.
• Demonstrated interest in emerging markets, especially Francophone Africa.
• Excellent command of English and French, both written and spoken.
• Team spirit, precision, curiosity, and a strong client service mindset.

🌍 What the team offers

• A leading practice with strategic and innovative deals and a strong exposure to high-stakes transactions
• A collaborative, demanding, and supportive work environment
• Concrete career development prospects within a growing and internationally oriented team.