JOB DESCRIPTIONAbout Herbert Smith FreehillsAs one of the world's leading law firms, we advise many of the largest and most ambitious organisations across all major regions of the globe.
With over 5,000 people, including 3,100 lawyers and over 2,000 business services professionals, operating from our global network of offices across Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and North America, Herbert Smith Freehills is at the heart of the new global business landscape providing premium quality, full-service legal advice.We recognise that the success of our business and our clients relies on the skills, knowledge and ideas of all our people.
Our environment is one in which high performance is expected; in return, we will provide you with rewards and opportunities tailored to your personal and professional goals.The OpportunityWe are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Lawyer or Senior Associate to join our leading Projects, Energy, and Infrastructure group, based in Brisbane.In this role, you will work closely with leading Partner Peter G. Butler, as well as other partners and lawyers across our national team.
Our Queensland and national teams continue to grow.
We are seeking lawyers who wish to also grow their career with our market-leading team, working on some of the highest profile projects in Queensland and across Australia.
If you are passionate about infrastructure and enjoy being challenged by a wide variety of work types and clients, we'd love to hear from you.Your day could typically involve:Advising public and private sector clients on complex infrastructure projects, asset transactions, and major procurements.Supporting project structuring, risk assessments, and business case development.Assisting clients in navigating strategic procurement, including designing tender processes and supporting bidding consortia to frame successful bids.Providing legal and commercial advice on project delivery models, including construction agreements, equity arrangements, and operations and maintenance arrangements.Advising on government asset privatisations, restructures, sales and procurements, as well as broader government advisory work, often on sensitive and novel/pathfinder matters.What you will bring:Demonstrated experience in infrastructure project delivery, procurement, and asset transactions in a private practice or in-house environment.An excellent academic record, coupled with strong legal skills and a practical mindset.First-class attention to detail and the ability to comprehend intricate legal matters.A proactive approach and a desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team.The ability to work effectively within tight timeframes, both collaboratively and autonomously.A hunger to learn, develop, and contribute to maintaining a market-leading practice.What you can expect from us:We're a world-leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals.
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.We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, and neurodivergent individuals, as well as individuals of all ages, cultures, genders, and abilities.
We're a safe, inclusive and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.TeamProjects, Energy & InfraWorking PatternFull timeLocationBrisbaneContract typePermanent Contract
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