Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change. We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions and governments. What sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

Flexible work options
Market leading parental leave of 26 weeks paid leave irrespective of gender
Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans
Genuine opportunities to grow your career through secondments or global opportunities,
Extensive Learning & Development opportunities including tailored professional development for all employees, coaching, mentoring and study support for further education.
We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs.
We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

The Opportunity

Ashurst recognises the importance of the energy transition and the journey to net-zero - not just for our clients but for future generations. We believe that the energy transition and the pathway to net zero affects every element of the local, national and global economies. Ashurst has, and will continue to, invest heavily in ensuring we grow and nurture the best minds to help our clients navigate the energy transition.

We are seeking bright, driven Lawyers to join us as we help to develop, deliver and operate large-scale infrastructure and conventional and renewable energy projects. We offer a bright career path with significant investment in training & development. We also give our team members great opportunities to build strong relationships with our clients and industry players, to truly engage in the energy industry.

While you will predominantly work with our Brisbane based Partners, you will also collaborate closely, and have opportunities to work with Partners based in Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth. As we are a global Firm, there is also enhanced connectivity within our global network and the ability to work on deals internationally.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

A minimum of 3 years PQE gained within a construction, projects or energy-related practice area within a reputable firm, or in-house;
Experience in energy and resources projects, transactions or major infrastructure projects is ideal;
Excellent communication and drafting skills, and a plain English approach to drafting and advice writing;
A proactive, positive, and energetic approach, committed to delivering excellent service;
Very strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills; and
A team-focused attitude, the ability to work independently and capable of managing multiple priorities.