MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE - ENERGY, MINING & INFRASTRUCTURE | 3-6 PQE | LONDON

MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE - ENERGY, MINING & INFRASTRUCTURE | 3-6 PQE | LONDON

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Advise on complex, cross-border transactions in energy, mining, and infrastructure.
  • Company: Join a leading international law firm with a focus on critical minerals and energy transition.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary up to $540,000 and opportunities for international deal exposure.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with the chance to manage complex, multi-party deals independently.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in emerging markets while developing expertise in high-profile sectors.
  • Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with project development and corporate experience at a top-tier firm.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

About the Role

Our client’s Energy, Mining & Infrastructure practice is seeking a mid-level associate (circa 3-6 PQE) to join their growing team advising on complex, cross-border transactions across mining, power and oil & gas.

Up to $540,000 at the top of the scale.

  • What You'll Work on
  • Project development for greenfield and brownfield energy and mining projects including offtake, supply and construction agreements.
  • Corporate transactional work: M&A, JVs and structured finance across the energy and natural resources sectors.
  • Mandates spanning Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Latin America.
  • Critical minerals and rare earths matters, alongside broader power and hydrocarbons work.

What We're Looking for

  • Qualified lawyer (England & Wales or equivalent) with solid project development and corporate experience gained at a top-tier international law firm.
  • Demonstrable exposure to mining, power, and/or oil & gas transactions.
  • Comfort working across English and/or New York law documentation.
  • Strong drafting skills and ability to manage complex, multi-party deals independently.
  • Interest in emerging markets and geopolitically complex jurisdictions.

Work directly within an active, high-profile critical minerals and energy transition practice, with genuine international deal exposure and the opportunity to build deep sector expertise across mining, power and oil & gas.

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MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE - ENERGY, MINING & INFRASTRUCTURE | 3-6 PQE | LONDON employer: QC Legal

As a leading global legal powerhouse, our Manchester office offers an exceptional environment for experienced lawyers to thrive in the dynamic field of banking and finance. With a strong emphasis on professional development, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior team members while working on high-value transactions that make a significant impact. Our collaborative culture and commitment to excellence ensure that you will be part of a premier finance team, recognised for its expertise and innovation in complex financing arrangements.

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Contact Details:

QC Legal Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace MID-LEVEL ASSOCIATE - ENERGY, MINING & INFRASTRUCTURE | 3-6 PQE | LONDON

Project Development
Corporate Transactional Work
M&A
Joint Ventures (JVs)
Structured Finance
Drafting Skills
Complex Deal Management