Senior Associate, Infrastructure, Energy
2 days ago
Senior Associate – Infrastructure, Energy & Major Projects
Melbourne | Major national & regional projects | Front-end focus
Our Client
Our client is a global firm with a strong and growing presence in Australia. Known for its collaborative culture, international reach, and sector-focused approach, the firm offers a compelling alternative to traditional top-tier practices.
The Construction & Infrastructure team is widely respected for its work across front-end infrastructure, energy, and major projects, advising private sector clients on significant developments across Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific region. With a focus on practical, commercially astute advice and the ability to flex across complex project structures, the team is well-positioned for strategic growth.
The Melbourne team is now seeking a Senior Associate to play a key role in the continued expansion of this high-performing and well-connected practice.
The Opportunity
You'll play a key role advising on high-value infrastructure and energy projects, working across a broad range of front-end matters including:
- EPC, O&M/FM, TSI, BOP, D&C, and PPP contracts
- Supply and services agreements, joint ventures, connection agreements, and other critical project documentation
- Early-phase project structuring and strategic advice
You will work closely with top-tier trained partners and collaborate with lawyers across Australia and internationally. This role is well suited to someone who thrives in a client-facing position and is eager to contribute to business development, build their market presence, and play a strategic role in the long-term success of the practice.
If you're seeking meaningful work on front-end infrastructure and energy projects – and a pathway to further leadership – this could be the perfect next step.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
- 5+ years' experience across major construction, infrastructure or energy projects
- Deep familiarity with contract suites such as D&C, EPC, and PPP — experience advising on PPPs will be highly regarded
- A proactive and commercial mindset, with confidence in running complex matters and advising clients directly
- A team-oriented approach, with a desire to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to a high-performing culture
- An interest in leveraging a global network to drive practice growth, with support to build your own client relationships
Strong drafting and negotiation skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment will round out your strengths.
About Brighton Search
Brighton Search is a specialist legal recruitment agency focused on connecting top-tier lawyers with leading firms across Australia. With a strong candidate-first approach and deep market insight, we take pride in supporting lawyers through pivotal career moves.
Founded by a former in-house recruitment lead at a global top-tier law firm, we understand the nuance and timing involved in legal recruitment — and we partner with individuals and clients with honesty, discretion, and care.
Please do not delay and apply now. For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Ashley Irving at Brighton Search on or
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