Your role You'll be a part of our Projects & Development team in Perth. Our team advises on the leading mining, oil & gas and energy transactions in Australia, including for Rio Tinto, CITIC, ExxonMobil and Woodside. We routinely advise on high profile national and cross-border transactions and projects involving assets across Australia, Asia and Papua New Guinea. As part of our team you will play an important role delivering client work on market-leading projects and transactions and working with us to identify and win new work opportunities. The key features of this role are: the opportunity to super-charge your professional development by working with market-leading energy and resources practitioners; the hands-on working style of the partners in this team; the challenging work you will experience; the variety of transactions and projects on which you can expect to get involved; the impressive clients and people with whom you will work with; and the cohesive and inclusive approach of the team you will join. Your role will typically include advising on: acquisitions and divestments in the mining and oil & gas sectors; project development and expansions in the mining, oil & gas and energy sectors, including renewables transactions; regulatory matters involving mining and oil & gas operations and the generation, transmission, distribution and supply of electricity and gas; joint ventures, JOAs, shareholders agreements and partnership structures; Minerals and gas sales and transportation agreements, including LNG sales agreements and trading; and power purchase agreements. This is a (permanent, full-time) opportunity. At Allens we have a hybrid working structure, typically 60% in the office and 40% from home. We would be happy to discuss any other flexible working arrangements that best support you. About you You will have: Demonstrated experience in mining, oil & gas, or renewables, ideally at a top tier firm, international firm or boutique firm. We are open to candidates with a combination of private practice and in-house experience, and to lawyers returning to Australia after working as a lawyer overseas. An ability to work independently and effectively manage smaller matters and elements of larger matters. A strong team ethic - this aspect of our culture is of key importance to us. A willingness to develop others through mentoring, feedback 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, publications, attending industry events and hosting seminars. The energy to establish a professional profile and build internal networks. Your development In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations. Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world. Our perks Our benefits include: Financial: 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. Health and wellbeing : 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 and regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist. Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home. Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition. International opportunities: our alliance with Linklaters ensures possible secondments to many of their overseas offices. Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people. Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs. How to apply? We'd love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! If you would like to find out more, please visit "This is Allens" or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Ena Pita, Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant on ena.pita@allens.com.au At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at careers@allens.com.au . We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align, please express your interest by emailing us at careers@allens.com.au . The right role for you might be just around the corner!
