Lawyer, Energy + Infrastructure

Gilbert + Tobin is seeking a senior lawyer with over 6 years of experience in energy and infrastructure law for their Sydney office. The role involves advising on complex projects, construction, and energy transactions, requiring strong drafting and analytical skills. The firm emphasizes a collaborative environment and offers a range of benefits, including flexible working conditions and professional development opportunities.
About Gilbert + Tobin (G+T)

G+T is a leading transactions, regulatory and disputes law firm. We handle some of the most complex transactions in Australia, advising acquirers, targets and financiers. We are trusted by clients on sensitive regulatory investigations and approvals, litigation and Royal Commissions.

Our firm is also committed to outstanding citizenship. Our pro bono legal services has a proud track record and we champion important causes, such as marriage equality and reconciliation with Australia’s Indigenous peoples. We have the highest proportion of women partners among major Australian law firms.

Energy + Infrastructure

Our multi-disciplinary team includes experts in project development, project finance, regulatory frameworks, infrastructure, construction, operations, and corporate law. We bring deep, practical experience to some of Australia’s most significant energy and infrastructure projects.

We work across the full spectrum of renewables and storage initiatives, including wind, solar, battery, hydrogen and other emerging technologies. Our team is also active in delivering renewable energy zones and infrastructure developments, including social housing and healthcare facilities.

We advise a broad range of clients — from developers and equity investors to banks, contractors, and network operators — supporting them through the entire project lifecycle.

About you

You are a senior lawyer with 6+ years’ post-admission experience, seeking to take the lead on high-profile and complex energy and infrastructure matters.

In addition, you will have:
• Experience advising on front-end construction, major projects, infrastructure, or energy-related transactions
• A strong interest in or existing expertise across the energy and infrastructure sectors
• Outstanding drafting and advisory skills, with a high level of precision
• Superior analytical and commercial judgment
• The ability to develop strong client relationships and provide strategic, solutions-oriented advice
• Confidence working both independently and collaboratively in a high-performing team environment

What we will offer you

Gilbert + Tobin will offer you a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to top of market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, additional annual leave, a subsidised café, subsidised gym membership, ‘end of trip facilities’, exclusive retail discounts, social events, and much more, which you can view here: https://www.gtlaw.com.au/careers/benefits

Our Sydney office is based in beautiful sunlit open planned offices with panoramic views of the city and easy access to public transport, restaurants, cafes and exercise facilities.

How to apply

Please submit your interest via our careers website with a covering letter, CV and academic transcripts.

Should you have any questions about the role, or require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process please contact Arushi Bhatia, at abhatia@gtlaw.com

We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.