Senior Lawyers - Energy, Resources and Infrastructure

KING & WOOD MALLESONS LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Singapore seeks Senior Lawyers with at least 10 years of experience in energy, resources, and infrastructure. This exciting opportunity involves working on diverse projects and collaborating closely with clients and colleagues. Candidates should have a strong background in project management and legal drafting, backed by experience in Singapore or Asia. Join a team that values collaboration and high-quality work, supporting career growth and client relationships.

Benefits

Wellbeing initiatives

Career development opportunities

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in private practice roles in energy, resources, and infrastructure.
• At least 5 years experience in Asia.
• Experience presenting at industry-related programs.

Responsibilities

• Join a dynamic team in the Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure sector.
• Collaborate closely with clients and colleagues in cross-border projects.
• Mentor junior colleagues and develop strong internal relationships.

Skills

Project management skills

Drafting high-quality documents

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Relationship management

Education

Legal qualifications recognised in Singapore

Job description

We are seeking two Senior Lawyers with at least 10 years of experience to join our Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure team in Singapore.

Our team engages in a diverse range of projects, project finance, general corporate, and private M&A work. We focus on the development and/or financing of energy and infrastructure assets with particular focus on datacentres, infrastructure, and resources sectors and collaborate extensively with clients in other sectors, including TMT and life sciences, across ASEAN and the broader APAC region. Our work includes:

• Structuring and documentation for the full life cycle of a wide variety of projects
• Joint ventures
• Advising on all types of mergers & acquisition activity, including advice on cross-border investment (and country entry)
• Commodities sale and purchase/offtake transactions
• General corporate and regulatory advice

Applicant criteria for the position

We are a close-knit team actively developing KWM’s market presence in Singapore, South/Southeast Asia, and the wider APAC region. We collaborate closely with colleagues in KWM’s other offices across the region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates who are enthusiastic about advancing KWM’s projects and M&A practice in Asia, collaborating with clients and colleagues in Singapore and cross-border, and being involved as senior team members in all aspects of our office life.

We seek candidates with demonstrated experience in projects for clients in the region. We are particularly interested in candidates with a strong background in construction (and related) arrangements and legal qualifications recognised in Singapore. Additionally, candidates will have:

• A minimum of 10 years’ experience in similar private practice roles working on energy, resources, and infrastructure matters, at least 5 years of that experience being in Asia.
• Strong project management skills and experience, including structuring energy, infrastructure, and resources projects, joint ventures, business acquisitions, and divestments
• First-rate experience in drafting high quality documents
• Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills to deliver prompt and commercially astute advice
• A strong commitment to client service and well‑developed relationship management abilities, playing a key role in supporting and actively developing our client relationships (and experience presenting at industry‑related programs, helping to manage strategic relationships and networks, and thinking creatively about other opportunities for practice development)
• A team focus to mentor junior colleagues, develop strong internal relationships, and help ensure the effective utilisation of the group

Join us and be part of a dynamic team driving growth and excellence in the Energy, Resources, and Infrastructure sector.

Who are we

From 31 March 2026, our firm will be known as Mallesons – a trusted brand with strong recognition both in Australia and internationally and legacy of legal excellence spanning close to 200 years.

As an integral part of Mallesons, our Singapore office will continue to serve as a crucial gateway to the region, supporting many of our clients. Leveraging our 50+ years of international experience and relationships, we are committed to delivering uncompromised quality to our clients in the region, and around the world.

Why work with us

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Next Steps

Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Julia Lee – Resourcing Consultant ([e-mail]).

If you are not a Singaporean citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Singapore.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Orang Laut and Malay peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application, please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email [e-mail].