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Expert Project Lawyer for Energy and Infrastructure

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Full time

At Herbert Smith Freehills, we are seeking an Expert Project Lawyer to join our Projects, Energy & Infrastructure team based in Melbourne. This role will provide the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects across sectors including renewable energy, power, mining, transport, and water.

This involves undertaking a range of work across the project lifecycle, from initial project structuring and procurement strategy development to drafting and negotiating various agreements, including construction contracts, operation and maintenance arrangements, off-take agreements, services contracts, supply contracts, project deeds, joint venture agreements, and overseeing the entire spectrum of procurement, construction, fuel supply, and project finance.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrable experience with construction/infrastructure and development projects, focusing on contract review, interpretation, and negotiation. A strong academic record, coupled with excellent legal skills and a practical mindset, is essential. First-class attention to detail and the ability to comprehend intricate legal matters are also required.

We offer a competitive salary of $150,000 - $200,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. Benefits include 26 weeks paid parental leave, a holistic wellbeing fund, and a home office allowance. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and celebrate the diversity of our people.

The successful candidate will work closely with industry-leading partners Alison Dodd, Anthony Ellis, and Joseph Varghese, as well as other partners and lawyers across one of Australia's pre-eminent project & infrastructure teams.