Senior Associate - Projects

• Provide and manage advice on the structuring and delivery of a range of infrastructure projects and complex commercial agreements to both public and private sector clients
• Support our clients with the operational contract management of existing PFI/PPPs and their sub-contracts (including variations, refinancings, performance issues, contract interpretation, etc. but other than pure construction contracts)
• Advise and support clients on the expiry and hand-back of PFI contracts, providing practical legal support – in line with NISTA and other relevant guidance - on the contractual obligations on hand-back and future service provision
• Work collaboratively across our multi-disciplinary Infrastructure and Projects team (colleagues from real estate, construction, dispute resolution, etc.) to support clients on infrastructure projects
• Play an active role in managing client relationships, with a real opportunity to build relationships and develop your own practice
• Take part in business development and contribute to the growth of the team
• Contribute to training initiatives (both internally and externally)

• ~5+ years' PQE in commercial contracts
• Some experience in public sector infrastructure projects, working on PFI and PPP and similar long-term, complex contractual frameworks
• Some experience of advising on the operational management of PFI/PPP project and supporting clients in preparing for PFI/PPP expiry
• Ability to provide practical and commercial legal advice that is delivery focussed
• Demonstrable experience working collaboratively across muti-disciplinary, cross-office teams
• Ability to operate independently, lead on matters and liaise/build relationships with clients
• Strong technical and inter-personal skills

Construction law or project finance experience

Flexible working with our Flex Forward scheme