Senior Associate – Project Finance/Projects (Energy Transition, Infrastructure) - Sydney
We are seeking a skilled legal professional to join our team in Sydney.
About the role:
We’re looking for a senior lawyer with a willingness to blend or develop your project finance/infrastructure projects skill with Australia’s energy transition future.
We have a position available where you will be exposed to leading transactions across Australia – from greenfields transactions like the new renewable energy zones, traditional PPP assets and infrastructure assets, through to the financing and development of Australia’s airports, tollroads and natural resources. We also advise on transactions across the infrastructure/energy transition space, including buy/sell M&A style transactions.
The team you will be joining is already busy on projects like the creation of NSW renewable energy zones, renewable energy projects in the Northern Territory, transport and logistics infrastructure, high profile health sector roles and the buy and sell market for a diverse range of existing assets. Your partners have a project finance and projects background and so you will also be able to diversify your skills.
In this role you will be supervised by Rebecca Finkelstein who works across the broad range of transactions discussed above. You will also work closely with Mark Upfold who is our Australian sector leader for infrastructure.

You will have:

• previous experience at senior associate level in an Australian or overseas law firm - preferably large top end Australian or overseas law firm. We will also consider experienced lawyers for a lawyer role
• expertise in drafting and negotiating project finance agreements, loan documents, and security arrangements
• interest in the commercial rationale for transactions – “why” our client is doing something often drives “how” we help them do it
• excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide strategic advice and navigate complex legal issues.
• strong project management capabilities, ensuring timely delivery of legal services and managing multiple client engagements simultaneously.
• outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and collaborate effectively within a team.
• commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards in legal practice.

Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform. We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.
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.
How to apply
For further information on this role, please contact Neil Street on neil.street@au.kwm.com
Diversity and Inclusion
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander 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 careers@kwm.com.
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Agencies - please note that we are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this role.

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