Senior Associate – Projects (Oil & Gas / Energy Transition)
London | Permanent | 4+ PQE
An opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Associate to join a highly ranked Projects practice in London. This is a rare chance to work on headline-making transactions across the UK and internationally, with a focus on oil & gas, LNG, and emerging energy transition technologies.
The Role
You’ll advise major energy companies, trading houses, financiers, governments, and new market entrants on strategic, high-value transactions. The work is broad and diverse, spanning:
* M&A, project development, and financing in the oil & gas sector
* LNG, refining, and mid/downstream matters
* Energy transition projects (hydrogen, carbon capture, sustainable aviation fuel)
* Cross-border work, particularly in the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia
This role is suited to a lawyer with strong transactional experience, a sharp commercial mindset, and the confidence to take on new contractual challenges. You’ll be client-facing from day one, with the opportunity to develop your own client base and a clear pathway to Counsel or Partner.
What’s on offer
* Market-leading international work across the full energy value chain
* A collaborative and supportive team culture
* Structured training and career development programmes, including award-winning senior associate development
* Hybrid working and international travel opportunities
About You
* 4+ PQE with a strong track record in transactional/project work
* Oil & gas experience (M&A, project development, financing and/or trading)
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and project management skills
* Commercially aware, with strong problem-solving instincts
* Proactive in client relationship building and business development
💡 If you’re looking to take your career to the next level in a team that is at the forefront of energy and infrastructure projects, this could be the perfect move.
If you would like to be considered please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com