Associate/Senior Associate - Energy, Resources and Infrastructure

About the role

Mallesons is seeking a lawyer with at least 4 years of experience to join its Energy, Resources and Infrastructure team in Singapore, its hub for Asia. The team advises clients on the development, acquisition and financing of energy and infrastructure assets, with a focus on power and data centre projects across SE Asia and APAC, and also works on natural resources, TMT, life sciences and broader infrastructure matters.

Key responsibilities

• Structure and document projects across their full life cycle, including construction and operations
• Advise on joint ventures and other early project participation arrangements
• Advise on mergers and acquisitions, including cross-border investment and country entry
• Handle commodities sale and purchase and offtake transactions
• Provide general corporate and regulatory advice
• Work closely with other Mallesons practice groups in Singapore and the Australian offices, including M&A, TMT, Banking & Finance and Funds

Required profile

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in similar private practice or in-house roles on energy, resources and infrastructure matters
• Demonstrated experience advising on regional projects, with a strong background in construction arrangements and a legal qualification recognised in Singapore
• Sectoral exposure to conventional energy, gas and renewables projects across SE Asia and North Asia; Australian market and data centre experience highly regarded
• Recognised legal qualification in a common law jurisdiction
• Willingness to work with colleagues across the firm and to coordinate local counsel for multi-jurisdictional projects
• Visa and work approvals for Singapore if not a Singaporean citizen or permanent resident

Required skills

• Strong project management skills
• Experience drafting high-quality documents covering construction, O&M, supply and offtake, joint venture governance and M&A transactions
• Analytical, communication and research skills
• Client service, relationship management and practice development

Candidates apply online with a cover letter and resume; the recruiter is Julia Lee.