Associate Senior Associate Projects And Infrastructure

Description

About Ashurst:

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning 200 years, and a clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. To find out more please visit here .

Team overview:

Ashurst is one of the most experienced and respected law firms active in the global infrastructure/projects market. We are consistently ranked Tier 1 in both Chambers and Legal 500 and our lawyers win praise for their deep knowledge of the industry sectors our clients operate in, such as energy and resources, transport, social infrastructure, construction, sports and telecommunications. We bring a breadth of perspective and commercial acumen that comes from advising on the full range of market participants, including public sector clients, sponsors, contractors, equity investors and debt financiers. We anticipate issues and deliver effective solutions to drive projects forward. The Ashurst New York office focuses on our core businesses which include banking, energy, resources and infrastructure, structured products, tax, financial regulatory, and corporate and capital markets. The Los Angeles office, with our New York office, provides Ashurst with the capacity to deliver on some of the most complex infrastructure projects under development in the US. The Ashurst Austin office broadens our capability to deliver major projects in the US, supporting clients on infrastructure investment, development and finance matters in the transport, social infrastructure and water sectors.

We are proud to be recognized as one of the leading firms in the infrastructure industry, as demonstrated by our Band 1 ranking in Chambers USA - Projects: PPP (2025).

Job overview:

Our team has an immediate opening for a California qualified attorney for its world-class infrastructure/projects practice in the Los Angeles office based in Century City. Ashurst combines the benefits of a leading infrastructure/projects practice with a supportive and collegiate environment. We are open to speaking with mid-level (3-5 years) and senior associates (5+ years).

• Your role will include:
• Advising on large, complex project development, procurement, bidding, and financing for infrastructure projects procured under P3 (public-private partnerships) and other alternative delivery methods. The infrastructure projects span transportation and social infrastructure sectors.
• Advising government agencies and procuring authorities, developers, sponsors, lenders, and contractors.
• Drafting and negotiating project agreements and ancillary transaction documentation, managing transactions from inception to close, and advising on contract management matters.
• Staying informed on applicable local, state, and federal laws and guidance and prepare training and advice for clients on the same.
• You will interact directly with clients and act with integrity to provide incisive advice to clients, with the support of your colleagues.
• You will have the opportunity to take responsibility, under supervision, for challenging and innovative drafting tasks and for taking a leading role in transaction management.
• You will mentor and supervise junior associates and summer law clerks.
• You will demonstrate excellence in communicating with clients in order to understand their needs and how best to meet them.
• You will contribute to the firms vision to be an exceptional place to work, by contributing to the creation of a positive work environment.
  
  

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong mid-level (3-5 years) or senior associate (5+ years) with projects/project finance/infrastructure or construction transactional experience gained within private practice.
• 3+ years of post-qualification experience.
• All candidates must be licensed to practice law in California.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills
• A proactive, positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent client service, and a desire to build client relationships.
  
  

Career advancement:

An established Associate Career Path Framework is in place clearly defining expectations and outlining opportunities for promotion.

Background Checks

In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.

Salary Banding: $260,000 - $420,000 per annum

For more information or if you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact: USHRRecruiting@ashurst.com for a confidential conversation.

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