As part of our on-going growth strategy, we are looking for an Associate to join the Scotland Infrastructure, Projects & Energy team and help service their ever-growing roster of clients across social infrastructure, energy, utilities and transport.
The team is known for its quality work 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 6 partners, the Scotland IPE Fee Earning team as well as the larger IPE team located across our UK and international offices.
What You'll Do:
* You will have the opportunity to advise private and public sector clients across all of our key sectors, as well as continuing to build on the expertise you will have developed to date in sectors you have a particular interest in.
* In essence you will advise on commercial contracts relating to energy, infrastructure, transport and many types of public/private sector transactions – a great grounding for Associates on these hugely relevant and dynamic topics.
* You will provide strategic commercial and procurement advice at all stages of procurement, and under supervision, will deliver public sector infrastructure.
* 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.
* Working closely with existing clients to maintain and develop relationships, acting as a trusted advisor capable of providing timely and quality advice whilst managing expectations.
* Working collaboratively as a cohesive team, to execute large-scale, high-value, client matters to the highest standard.
Who We're Looking For:
* Have at least 2 years PQE + experience within Infrastructure, Projects & Energy or from a Commercial Contracts background.
* 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 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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