Energy Projects Lawyer

Energy Projects Associate - City of London - Private Practice Top Tier, Interational law firm is actively seeking to recruit a talented and ambitious Associate Solicitor due to continued expansion. The Firm Global, Market Leading, firm who not only provide technical excellence and experience but, crucially, demonstrate real insight into their clients and what really matters to them, ae looking for you!. A natural choice for FTSE100 clients and their equivalents in other markets and for the best talent, their people fulfil their potential in an environment where they are developed and valued. The firm puts itself in their clients' shoes, as part of a team of effective business people as well as efficient lawyers. The Team The Infrastructure, Projects and Energy (IPE) team advise on marquee deals for financial institutions, energy and utility companies, developers and public institutions on innovative, complex projects, which are frequently in the headlines. The key thread of what they do is that most of their work is bespoke, non-commodity. Each day can be different but people have the choice as they progress to specialise in areas they enjoy most. Most of the team comes from a non-projects transactional background. For example, banking, commercial, construction and corporate lawyers and there is a training programme to help grasp the fundamentals of this area. The work often involves travelling and also being able to see the result of the work. The Role They are looking for a mid-level to senior associate (4+ PQE) to join the Infrastructure, Projects and Energy team and help service a growing roster of major energy, utilities and natural resources clients. It is expected the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time supporting the rapidly growing transactional energy team, which has hired four lateral partners in the last three years, advising on a range of transactional matters including project development, project finance, M&A and joint-ventures, working with colleagues across the UK and in our International offices. The Candidate You will be: 4+ years PQE obtained at an international law firm with significant energy sector experience and knowledge The ability to take a lead role supporting complex transactions, liaising and coordinating junior fee earners from other relevant disciplines as needed The ability to contribute to the general upkeep of the group (whether that be to training, precedents, or know-how generally) Strong commercial awareness - but most importantly a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in infrastructure, energy and transport Benefits - Tier 1 firm - Highly competitive salary structure - Attractive benefits package - First class training and career development programme To apply for this position, please contact Richard Coward at BCL Legal