Energy Projects Senior Associate, relocate to Australia!

Ashurst; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking experienced Senior Associates to join their team focusing on energy transition and large-scale infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor of Laws and over 5 years of relevant experience. This role offers great training and development opportunities while working closely with clients across various international markets. Relocation support to Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne is provided.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Market leading parental leave

Health and wellbeing benefits

Learning & Development opportunities

Social impact initiatives

Qualifications

• 5 years or more post admission experience in energy projects, infrastructure, or construction.
• Experience in energy project transactions and regulatory matters.
• Ability to build meaningful and long-lasting relationships with clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and operate large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.
• Work with partners in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth.
• Engage in the energy industry and help clients navigate transitions.

Skills

Energy projects experience

Strong client relationship building

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Passion for infrastructure

Education

Bachelor of Laws

Job description

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 programmes.
• 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 Senior Associates to join us as we help to develop, deliver and operate large‑scale infrastructure and conventional and renewable energy projects. 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 on matters nationally with our Partners based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. As we are a global Firm, there is also enhanced connectivity within our global network and the ability to work on deals internationally.

This is an excellent opportunity to make the big move to Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne, Australia and be supported in doing so. We will assist you with relocation, visas (if required) and re‑qualification. Ready to take the leap? Reach out today to learn more!

About you

Our ideal candidate will have :

• A Bachelor of Laws, coupled with 5 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.