Projects & Infrastructure Lawyer

Projects & Infrastructure Associate | 2+ PQE | Top Ranked International Law Firm | Birmingham BCL Legal are delighted to be supporting a top ranked international law firm in its search for an Associate to join its Projects & Infrastructure team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded, award-winning team with a strong pipeline of UK government, energy and infrastructure project work. The position is offered on a full-time, permanent basis with flexible working options and hybrid working as standard. Excellent salary and benefits package on offer. The Role As an Associate in this team, you would: · Advise on a broad range of UK domestic energy, infrastructure and defence projects. · Work on high-profile government mandates and developer-side project development matters. · Support clients across the full project lifecycle, from procurement through to construction and operational arrangements. · Be involved in major and nationally significant projects, including infrastructure, defence programmes and nuclear decommissioning work. · Advise on key project agreements, including PPP/PFI arrangements, EPC contracts, PPAs and O&M agreements. · Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team with expertise spanning procurement, project finance, construction and sector specialisms such as defence and nuclear. · Play an active role in business development and client relationship management. About You To be successful in your application for this Associate vacancy, you will have: · A minimum of 2 years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor. · Experience advising on project agreements (PPP/PFI, EPC, PPA, O&M or similar). · Experience of UK public procurement processes (PCR) is desirable but not essential. · Experience in single source contracting (SSCR) is advantageous but not essential. · Exposure to government, defence or nuclear sector work (including in-house) would be beneficial. · Strong project management skills and a proactive, adaptable approach. · A good teamwork ethic and a desire to contribute to business development initiatives. The Offering The successful Associate will be rewarded with: · A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. · The opportunity to join a top-ranked team recognised in major legal directories and industry awards. · Exposure to high-profile, complex and meaningful infrastructure and government projects. · A flexible, supportive and inclusive working environment. · Genuine progression opportunities within a growing and well-established team. · Hybrid working and a strong commitment to work-life balance. · Excellent benefits including bonus scheme, enhanced pension, private medical insurance, sabbatical opportunities and more. Apply Now! To be considered for this Associate vacancy, apply here with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal for further information. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.