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Singapore Ambition Full time

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Job Title: Associate/Senior Associate – Project Development/Finance

PQE: 2–7 years (UK scale)

Industry: Legal – Energy & Infrastructure Projects

About the role:

A top-tier international law firm is looking to hire a Senior Associate to join its high-performing Projects team in Singapore. The role is focused on non-contentious construction work, supporting large-scale energy and infrastructure projects across APAC.

We are open to relocating top-tier talent from APAC/ME.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise on front-end construction matters, including the drafting and negotiation of related project agreements
  • Act for a wide range of clients including sponsors, investors, lenders, and government-linked entities on major cross-border energy and infrastructure projects
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues across banking, corporate, and project finance teams on the development and financing of infrastructure and energy assets
  • Provide guidance to junior lawyers and contribute to client development and thought leadership initiatives.

Key Requirements:

  • Commonwealth qualified lawyer with 2–7 years of post-qualification experience (UK scale) gained in a top-tier international or local law firm
  • Strong technical grounding in non-contentious construction law
  • Demonstrated exposure to major energy and infrastructure projects
  • Commercial acumen, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively as part of a cross-border team.

Why Apply:

This is a rare opportunity to join a top-tier global law firm with a market-leading projects practice. You'll work on complex, cutting-edge deals and enjoy career progression within a supportive and collaborative environment.

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Business License Number: D. EA Licence Number: 10C5117 | EA Registration Number: R

Job details

  • Seniority level : Associate
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Legal
  • Industries : Law Practice
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