4 September 2026
Key requirements
Experience advising on a broad range of project development transactions at a well-regarded international or Australian firm, ideally in the energy and infrastructure sector An ability to work independently and effectively manage smaller matters and elements of larger matters A strong team ethic A willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences and networks
The role
Allens is seeking a Lawyer/Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join their Projects team in Melbourne. This role will focus on advising on complex transactions within the energy and infrastructure sector.
What you'll do
- Act for significant players in the energy and infrastructure sector on key documents such as offtake and power purchase agreements, connection agreements, construction documents, operating and maintenance arrangements, development agreements and energy and green product trades
- Provide subject matter expertise in relation to acquisitions and disposals of energy assets, from undertaking legal due diligence, through input into transaction documents and completion
- Conduct legal and regulatory analysis relevant to energy and infrastructure projects, including regulatory approvals, risk allocation and interface issues
- Contribute to business development initiatives in the energy and infrastructure sector
What we're looking for
Experience advising on a broad range of project development transactions at a well-regarded international or Australian firm, ideally in the energy and infrastructure sector
An ability to work independently and effectively manage smaller matters and elements of larger matters
A strong team ethic
A willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences and networks
An interest in building an understanding of clients and developing effective working relationships with clients
A willingness to participate in business development activities, such as pitch documents, firm-wide pursuits, attending industry events and hosting seminars
An ability to establish a professional profile and internal networks
Experience advising on offtake and power purchase agreements, connection agreements, construction documents, operating and maintenance arrangements, development agreements and energy and green product trades
Experience providing subject matter expertise in relation to acquisitions and disposals of energy assets
Experience conducting legal and regulatory analysis relevant to energy and infrastructure projects, including regulatory approvals, risk allocation and interface issues
Benefits
Hybrid working structure, typically 60% in the office and 40% from home
Market competitive fixed remuneration
Generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution
Employee recruitment referral program
Discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance
Charity matched funding program
Fully subsidised gym memberships
Annual flu vaccinations
Skin checks
In-house snacks and catered meals
Subsidised sporting and social activities
Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families
Equipment to support working from home
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees
High quality executive coaching to support the transition
Possible secondments to many of their overseas offices via the alliance with Linklaters
Hiring contacts
EP
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Lawyer / Associate, Projects and Development
Allens · Melbourne
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