At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to advise on major energy and infrastructure projects.
- Company: Dentons, the world's largest law firm with a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, generous leave options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team that values collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Make an impact in the energy sector while growing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 3-7 years PQE with strong legal skills and a proactive mindset.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Dentons is the world’s largest law firm with over 20,000 people globally across 80+ countries. We are a global polycentric firm expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.
About the Role
We seek an energy, infrastructure and major projects Associate / Senior Associate to join our Construction and Major Projects team, based in Brisbane. As a key member of the team, you will work closely with practice group Partners and colleagues on high profile energy and infrastructure projects across sectors including oil & gas, renewables, mining and carbon markets. Our team advises project participants on the largest and most complex major projects in the country and regionally, focusing on the preparation and negotiation of construction and O&M contracts, offtake arrangements, joint venture arrangements, supply contracts, connection agreements and other ancillary procurement and services agreements. We also provide strategic advice in relation to the early development phases and structuring of projects.
About You
We seek an Associate / Senior Associate (3 - 7 years' PQE) with an innovative and commercial approach, strong legal skills, and a strong work ethic. To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Demonstrable experience with major projects;
- A keen interest in and desire to further your career as a legal advisor to the energy and infrastructure sector;
- An excellent academic record, coupled with strong legal skills and a practical, commercial mindset;
- A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our growing team and contribute to team culture;
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to assimilate information quickly and manage multiple priorities within tight timeframes, both collaboratively and autonomously;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients and diverse stakeholder audiences;
- Motivation and energy to participate in and contribute to business development activities and build strong internal and external working relationships.
The role offers a unique opportunity to be part of the growth and development of the energy, infrastructure and major projects practice at Dentons. You will enjoy working in a close-knit, growing team and will be supported and mentored to help you achieve your career goals. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join a team that champions balancing flexibility, wellbeing and agile working with high performance.
At Dentons, our people experience a diverse and inclusive culture, career growth and development, and a supportive and flexible working environment. Benefits include Bonus Leave, 26 weeks paid Family Leave, Income Protection Insurance and Dentons Boost, our employee discount program with a network of over five hundred retailers.
Why Dentons
Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development. We offer equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards, salary continuous insurance for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis, salary sacrificing and novated leases, 5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service, additional leave options, equal family leave for all genders, floating public holidays for days of cultural significance, offices designed for collaboration, generous health and wellbeing programs, agile and flexible working for all, social and diversity networks providing year-round events, and opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work.
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. Our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved, and we are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture. This means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.
Construction & Major Projects Associate / Senior Associate in Brisbane employer: Dentons Canada
Dentons is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that fosters professional growth and collaboration. With a commitment to diversity and employee well-being, the firm provides generous benefits such as equitable salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for pro-bono legal work, making it an ideal place for junior lawyers looking to advance their careers in a supportive setting. Located in Sydney and other major Australian cities, Dentons encourages a culture of authenticity and purpose, ensuring that every team member can thrive while contributing to meaningful legal services.
