Lawyer in Energy

Company Description

Who we are

We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.

Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.

Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.

Job Description

The Role

We are currently seeking candidates for the position of Lawyer in our Energy and Environment department.

Who are we looking for?

The firm's offer is addressed to graduates of the faculty of law and persons in the first or second year of their legal training who are interested in the subject of renewable energy sources, environmental protection and new technologies in the energy sector, who want to learn and thoroughly understand how the RES industry operates and develop their role as a legal adviser for entities representing the industry.

What can you expect

• work in a leading team of lawyers specializing in renewable energy projects and new technologies in the energy sector and industry;
• the opportunity to work on interesting, and often pioneering, projects, carried out by clients who are the best in their fields;
• a wide range of issues, including sector regulation, real estate law, the construction process, M&A transactions and commercial contracts;
• the possibility of personal and professional development, inter alia through participation in trainings and seminars led by international experts and trainers;
• very good working conditions.

Qualifications

Your experience

We are looking for people who, in addition to a solid legal education, have an analytical mind, are results- and team-oriented, ambitious, responsible, have a creative approach to problem-solving and who are well-mannered and behave with integrity. Candidates must also have a very good command of English.

How to apply

If you're ready to start working at Clifford Chance, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV and a brief cover letter.

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Additional Information

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here

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