About Dentons Dentons is the world’s largest law firm. We’re 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry. Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index. About the Role We are looking for an infrastructure, energy and major projects Associate to join our growing Construction and Major Projects team. Our team is strategically positioned to advise project participants on the largest and most complex major projects in the country and regionally. Focussing on the infrastructure and energy sectors, our team advises on the preparation and negotiation of EPC, D&C, O&M/FM, PPP, joint venture arrangements, supply contracts, connection agreements and other ancillary construction and services agreements. Our team also provides strategic advice in relation to the early development phases and structuring of projects. As a key member of the Construction and Major Projects team, you will work closely with the practice group Partners and your colleagues (both in Australia and regionally) on high profile front-end energy and infrastructure projects across sectors including transport, energy, social infrastructure and utilities. About You We seek a Solicitor with an innovative and commercial approach, who possesses unprecedented legal capability to navigate complex circumstances and who can meet challenging deadlines. Working with the practice group Partners, you will be encouraged and supported to develop your own relationships and build on your market presence, positioning you well for future career progression. To be successful in this role, you will have: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">2-4 years of post-admission experience with front-end drafting for construction projects.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">An excellent academic record, coupled with a practical, commercial mindset.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">First-class attention to detail.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our growing team.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong organisational skills, with the ability to assimilate information quickly and manage multiple priorities within tight timeframes, both collaboratively and autonomously.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise with clients and diverse stakeholder audiences.</li> </ul> The role offers a unique opportunity to be part of the growth and development of the infrastructure, energy and major projects practice at Dentons. You will enjoy working in a close-knit, growing team and you will be supported and mentored to help you achieve your career goals. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to join a team that champions balancing flexibility, wellbeing and agile working with high performance. At Dentons our people experience: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Diverse and Inclusive culture.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Career growth and development.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">A supportive and flexible working environment.</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Benefits such as Bonus Leave, 26 weeks paid Family Leave, Income Protection Insurance and Dentons Boost which is our employee discount program with a network of over five hundred retailers.</li> </ul> Why Dentons Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development. We offer: <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Salary sacrificing and novated leases</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Additional leave options</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Exclusive retailer discounts</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Learning & Development opportunities</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Generous health and wellbeing programs</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Agile and flexible working for all </li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Social and diversity networks providing year-round events</li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work</li> </ul> Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive. Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at [email protected]. Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email. Agency Submissions Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.

Infrastructure, Energy and Major Projects Solicitor - 2-4 yrs PAE - Sydney (Sydney, NSW, AU) @ Dentons Group B.V.

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