Senior Solicitor/Senior Associate

at  King Wood Mallesons

About the job
We are seeking a mid-level Solicitor or Senior Associate with a background in projects and/or project finance to join our busy team.
Our work

You will be responsible for complex and varied legal work which often sets the pace in the market. The team advises on:

• development and financing of projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors
• energy transition projects (including renewable energy and transmission projects)
• PPP transactions
• energy trading
• acquisition and divestment of projects

Our team act on the deals and projects that the market takes notice of - across each and every stage of a project’s lifecycle. The team is nimble enough to adapt to market changes and continues to lead the way on the largest and most complex transactions.
We advise across the full spectrum of energy, resources and infrastructure projects nationally.
About the team
We bring outstanding teamwork and in-depth knowledge to every transaction and work closely with each other and other colleagues around the firm. In this role you will work closely with Jo Crew who advises sponsors and financiers on major infrastructure and energy projects, including PPP transactions, independent power projects, secondary market transactions, privatisations and energy trading.

You will have

• recognised projects and/or project finance experience gained in a similar environment and enjoy working as part of a committed team
• team focus, to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
• excellent analytical, communication and research skills, to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice
• strong commitment to client service and well-developed relationship management ability, you will play a role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with clients
• first rate experience of drafting documents (including deeds and agreements, opinions, advices etc)
• enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities, participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks

Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. With over 3000 lawyers in 29 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
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual orientation, culture, faith, disability and life stages.
If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.
All job applications must be submitted through kwm.com, LinkedIn or an authorised agency, applications through any other third party websites will not be accepted.
Agencies - please note that we are not currently accepting applications from agencies for this role.

• development and financing of projects in the energy and infrastructure sectors
• energy transition projects (including renewable energy and transmission projects)
• PPP transactions
• energy trading
• acquisition and divestment of project