Solicitor, Corporate (Energy & Resources) at Herbert Smith Freehills

Perth, Western Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Solicitor, M&A, Joint Ventures, Operating Agreements, Marketing Agreements, Royalty Agreements, Development Projects, Attention to Detail, Legal Comprehension, Proactive Approach, Team Collaboration, Innovative Mindset, AI, Emerging Technologies

Industry

Law Practice

Description

The Opportunity We have an opportunity for a Solicitor to join our Corporate Energy & Resources team, based in Perth. You will work with Jay Leary, Band 1 ranked Partner and Global Head of Mining for HSF Kramer. Jay is recognised globally as a leading lawyer in the mining industry. He is profiled in Chambers & Co (Tier 1), Best Lawyers, ILC Which Lawyer, Legal500, ALB, Who’s Who, Acritas star, Doyles Guide and was rated by ILC as Australian energy and resources lawyer of the year numerous times. Jay also undertakes a range of pro bono work for refugee applicants, mental health organisations and Aboriginal not-for-profits. What you’ll do The team represents a broad spectrum of mining clients, from major Australian and international corporations to small local operations, with a predominant focus on critical minerals and clean energy. In this role, you will undertake a range of work including private M&A, joint ventures, operating agreements, marketing agreements, royalty agreements and development projects. You will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working on first in the market deals and with clients, in Australia and internationally, who are at the forefront of the energy transition. What you’ll bring Demonstratable experience as a Solicitor in a leading M&A practice. Admission to practice in Australia or New Zealand. Excellent academic results and a commitment to continuous learning. Strong attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to comprehend intricate legal matters. A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our high performing and supportive team. An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies. 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 holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here. 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. Apply now with your resume and academic transcript, or contact Carissa Bartels, Recruitment Manager (carissa.bartels@hsf.com) for a confidential discussion. Team Corporate Working Pattern Full time Location Perth Contract type Permanent Contract Diversity & Inclusion 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. At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, we align your growth and ambition with ours. We invest in your personal and professional growth and support you to achieve your ambitions. And you share responsibility for playing a part in delivering the firm’s growth and ambition too. A leading global law firm, with over 6,000 people, we are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. We’re recognised leaders in demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private transactions. We’re immersed in the many challenges facing our clients. We’re invested and resourceful. We understand the part technology and digitalisation play in the delivery of legal services. We want to make a positive impact wherever in the world we operate. You’ll have the opportunity to engage with this with an open mind and curiosity. We are known for our diverse perspectives and renowned for our culture. Being human, bold and outstanding are more than our values: you’ll discover they are our lived experience. And by being ambitious for your growth and ours, we’ll achieve our goals together. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your growth. Our ambition.

Responsibilities

The role involves working with a diverse range of mining clients on private M&A, joint ventures, and various agreements related to critical minerals and clean energy. You will also engage in development projects and first-in-market deals.