Infrastructure and Major Projects - Associate/Managing Associate- any office

Freeths; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in legal services is seeking a dynamic Associate/Managing Associate to join their Infrastructure and Major Projects Team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across various sectors, including clean energy and transport. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and contract negotiation, contributing to the team's growth and success. With a commitment to flexible working and an inclusive culture, this position promises a rewarding career path in a forward-thinking environment. If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ambitious Projects and Infrastructure lawyer with experience in domestic and international projects.
• Experience in transactional project management, especially in clean energy and transport sectors.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to departmental growth and business development.
• Manage PFI/PPP contracts and secondary market transactions.

Skills

PFI/PPP contract management

Infrastructure M&A

Commercial contracts in infrastructure

Projects in renewables/net zero sectors

Education

Law Degree

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Infrastructure and Major Projects - Associate/Managing Associate - any office

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Team Overview

The Freeths Infrastructure and Major Projects Team advises clients throughout the project lifecycle across sectors such as Regeneration, Infrastructure, Transport, Warehousing & Logistics, Education, Healthcare, Leisure, Clean Energy, Waste & Sustainability. They have handled some of the largest, most complex transactions, working with:

• Combined authorities and local authorities
• Universities and Colleges
• Other public bodies
• Equity investors
• Developers
• Contractors

The team has become a major national player, securing high-profile projects and clients. Freeths emphasizes modernity integrated with legal expertise, especially in sectors like clean energy, banking, digital, and telecoms, supported by a focus on technology and investment.

The Role

Following recent client wins, the team is expanding and seeking to recruit at Associate to Managing Associate level. The role is flexible regarding location, based out of any of their 13 offices in England and Scotland. The ideal candidate is an ambitious Projects and Infrastructure lawyer from a reputable National or City practice, experienced in domestic and international projects, with synergies in development and transactional project management, particularly in clean energy and transport sectors.

The successful candidate will contribute to departmental growth and business development, with experience in:

• PFI/PPP contract management
• PFI/PPP secondary market transactions
• Infrastructure M&A
• Commercial contracts in infrastructure
• Projects in renewables/net zero sectors (solar, wind, battery storage, etc.)

Freeths promotes flexible working and values mutual respect, aiming to foster an inclusive, collaborative environment.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other, Information Technology, Management
• Industry: Law Practice

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