Herbert Smith Freehills

Senior Associate, Energy and Project Finance

Melbourne Full time

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our leading Finance team in Melbourne, working predominantly with clients in the energy industry.

In this role, you will work closely with the highly regarded and personable Partners, Jon Evans and Gerard Pike. They have an exciting energy and infrastructure practice and are keen to invest in those who are genuinely excited about the energy sector.

You will gain high-end advisory and transactional experience working on a range of financing matters including significant project, acquisition and corporate finance transactions focusing on the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors.

You will have a high level of client exposure and opportunities to develop a network of relationships. You will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working in a team of supportive, talented and down-to-earth professionals.

What you’ll do

  • Join a market-leading Finance team advising on Australia’s most complex and high-profile transactions across the energy and infrastructure sectors.

  • Work on cutting-edge energy projects with a strong focus on renewable energy including large-scale wind, solar, battery and hydro projects

  • Work on large-scale infrastructure projects spanning transport, digital technology, telecoms, healthcare and natural resources

  • Advise on both domestic and international projects, working closely with colleagues domestically, but also in the wider global network.

  • Make a real impact in a supportive, forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration and excellence.

What you’ll bring

  • 5+ years of post-admission experience

  • Experience in general finance, with a strong interest in the energy sector

  • Experience in project or energy financing is beneficial, but not necessary

  • Excellent communication skills and a genuine interest in working as part of a cohesive team

  • Have a hunger to learn, develop and be a part of painting a market-leading practice

  • An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies

What you can expect from us

  • We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. 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.

  • For more benefits on offer such as our holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here.

  • Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm.

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.

Apply now with your resume and academic transcript, or contact Tamara Salem, tamara.salem@hsf.com for a confidential discussion.

Team

Projects, Energy & Infra

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

Melbourne

Contract type

Permanent Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.