As part of our on-going AG2030 growth strategy, we are looking for an Associate to join the London Infrastructure, Projects & Energy team and help service their ever-growing roster of clients in social infrastructure, transport and energy PFI/PPPs, and infrastructure asset management.
Addleshaw Goddard's infrastructure projects and energy practice is known for its quality and breadth of expertise and has top rankings in Legal 500 and Chambers for Water, Transport, Local Government and Health.
You will be working closely with the partners, the London IPE Fee Earning team as well as the larger IPE team located across our UK and international offices.
What You’ll Do
- You will be immersed in a dynamic practice specialising in social infrastructure PFI/PPP projects, as well as infrastructure asset management and wider concession work. You will gain exposure to a wide range of matters domestically and internationally, advising on projects in sectors such as health, education, social housing, transport and leisure.
- Your work will focus on supporting private sector participants—including sponsors/borrowers, funders, contractors and service providers—throughout the lifecycle of PPP/PFI projects. You will act for high-profile clients, becoming a trusted adviser on complex and high-value matters.
- Advise bidding consortia on new PPP projects and support service providers and equity investors through all phases of infrastructure asset management.
- Advise on technical aspects such as handback/expiry of PFI projects, defect remediation, and variations to project agreements.
- You will be part of a team with a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercial advice and will develop a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in the PPP/PFI sector. This role offers the opportunity to build longstanding client relationships and play a key role in the successful delivery and management of critical public infrastructure projects.
- The role also offers outstanding career prospects within an expanding, dynamic and sociable team. Our market leading Associate development programme will help you map out key objectives and timescales for your career progression and provide you with a mentor and frequent check-ins.
Who We’re Looking For
- Have at least 2 years PQE + experience ideally within an Infrastructure, Projects & Energy setting.
- Experience handling Concession Agreements and managing the flow down of risk on long-term infrastructure projects.
- Have enthusiasm, resilience, and ambition to find solutions to clients’ legal challenges and requirements.
- Be experienced in engaging with internal and external stakeholders of all levels.
- Adopt a consultative and thorough approach to tasks.
- Maintain efficient diary and task management across a range of matters, ensuring the accuracy and levels of client service expected within a high performing team.
- Be confident in drafting clear and legally effective documents, which reflect the client’s instructions.
- Remain calm and optimistic in time sensitive situations or under pressure.
- Be enthusiastic about the development of your legal skill set and continuous learning.
- Be inquisitive and want to understand our clients, their drivers and what matters to them, so that your advice has quality, imagination, and impact.
Why Choose Us
Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.
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