Solicitor, Projects Energy

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

We are seeking a Solicitor to join our leading Projects, Energy and Infrastructure team to be based in Sydney.

In this role, you will work closely with industry-leading Energy and Construction partners Toby Anderson, Daniel Ficyk and Laurelle Ko, alongside other partners and lawyers within one of Australia's leading energy and infrastructure legal teams.

You will have the opportunity to work on 'first in market' projects and with clients, in Australia and internationally, who are at the forefront of the energy transition.

You will undertake a range of work that supports the delivery of major renewable, energy and infrastructure projects. This will provide the opportunity to work across:

  • project delivery consisting of development and construction related agreements including EPC, ECI, FEED and EPCM arrangements; and
  • renewable energy technologies including wind (including offshore), solar, run-of-river and pumped hydro, geothermal, battery storage and hybrid projects.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

  • demonstrable experience with energy, infrastructure, and construction projects with a focus on contract review, interpretation and negotiation;
  • an excellent academic record coupled with strong legal skills and a practical mindset;
  • a proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team;
  • an ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously;
  • excellent communication skills and ability to demonstrate collegiality within a team;
  • have a hunger to learn and develop, and be part of maintaining a market-leading practice.

What you can expect from us:

  • We're a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions.
  • We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you.
  • We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals.
  • We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you'll have it and we'll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control.
  • For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click/ copy this link into your browser -
  • Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia's market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values - Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

For any questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Donella Gressieux, Senior Recruitment Adviser on

This vacancy is being managed directly by the HSF Kramer Recruitment team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you.

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