Projects Associate

Overview


Allen & Overy's Projects, Energy and Infrastructure group comprises over 60 partners globally and includes some 150 lawyers. The group advises sponsors, governments, construction companies and lenders on projects and project financing throughout the world. We provide our clients with a totally integrated service on all aspects of project work, drawing on and marshalling Allen & Overy's specialist skills in all relevant areas of law. Our clients add value to people's lives or to industry when they promote, implement or finance projects throughout the world.

The successful candidate can expect to gain unrivalled experience and career opportunities in a dynamic and supportive environment, coupled with first-rate training and development.

Requirements


The Project Finance Group is seeking high quality applicants with experience in the energy sector, in particular those with a background in oil, gas and power, as well as infrastructure PPP & PFI. The successful applicant will be approximately 3 - 4 years qualified.

Excellent academics are a pre-requisite, eg 'A' grades at A-level or equivalent, minimum of 2:1 bachelors Degree or equivalent, and the necessary legal qualifications to practice law.

This position is based in Bank Street, Canary Wharf. The global product group has an international reach and therefore frequent travel may be required.



Key responsibilities


Main duties and responsibilities include:

Drafting and amending documentation
Reviewing documentation
Advising clients in meetings, on the phone and in writing
Liaising with clients
Attending client meetings
Managing client expectations appropriately
Business Development
Supervision of trainee solicitors
Legal research