Junior Associate (m/f/d) - Project Development

Together we make a mark. Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level? At White & Case, you’ll have the opportunity to shape your professional path in a dynamic, international setting. Join a global network of top-tier professionals who drive innovation and deliver outstanding results for leading clients—and for each other. We are a leading international law firm with a significant presence in Hamburg, advising clients across the full lifecycle of complex energy and infrastructure projects. Our Energy, Infrastructure, Project Development and Finance team acts for developers, sponsors, lenders, government bodies and multilateral institutions on some of the most high-profile and transformative transactions in the sector. As the energy transition accelerates, we are expanding our team to meet growing client demand. The Opportunity We are are seeking a talented and commercially minded junior associate with 2-4 years’ practical experience to join our Hamburg-based team. The position requires qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales, the United States, Australia or another common law jurisdiction. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven lawyer to join a practice at the cutting edge of the global energy transition, working on cross-border mandates with a highly regarded and collegial team. The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of matters, including the development and structuring of energy and decarbonisation projects, commercial contracting, and project finance transactions across international markets with a particular focus on the EMEA region. The key responsibilities of the position include: advising developers, sponsors, investors and lenders on the development of a variety of energy projects, including offshore and onshore wind, solar, green hydrogen, battery storage, sustainable aviation fuel, e-fuels, carbon capture and storage, as well as traditional oil and gas and petrochemicals projects, and related infrastructure (including terminals, ports, storage and transmission); drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of project development and commercial contracts, including development agreements, EPC and O&M contracts, supply agreements, offtake arrangements and joint venture agreements; supporting on project finance transactions by preparing bankable project documentation and conducting lender due diligence; advising on contractual risk allocation, regulatory considerations and project structuring across multiple jurisdictions; liaising directly with clients, counterparties and local counsel on cross-border transactions; and contributing to business development initiatives, including client briefings, pitches and knowledge management. Your Profile Do you have strong commercial fundamentals and an entrepreneurial mindset? Are you passionate about the energy transition and qualified as a Solicitor in England and Wales, the United States, Australia or another common law jurisdiction? Are you fluent in English, a strong team player, and willing to travel? Then join our international, forward-thinking team! Our Offer A high-quality, international practice at the forefront of the energy transition Exposure to landmark and complex cross-border transactions from an early stage of your career Competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs Individuality, autonomy, and personalized mentoring Opportunities for personal, professional, and global development A culture of appreciation and strong team spirit Flexible and remote working options Opportunities for international secondments, client placements, and participation in national and international pro bono projects About White & Case With more than 2,600 lawyers in 43 offices across 29 countries, White & Case is a leading international law firm, combining local expertise with global perspective. Our extensive network delivers business law expertise worldwide. Contact Christina Schmidt Legal Recruitment Coordinator chschmidt@whitecase.com +49 40 35005 0 Equal Opportunities We are committed to creating a fair workplace and encourage applications from all ages, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, genders, sexual orientations, as well as people who have family or carer responsibilities. We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments you may require to our recruitment process or the role itself. If you are a candidate with a disability, let us know how we can provide you with additional support. Das Unternehmen kann die Stellenbeschreibung jederzeit nach eigenem Ermessen ändern. Durch diese Beschreibung entsteht kein Arbeitsvertrag, und das Arbeitsverhältnis bleibt jederzeit kündbar. Die obige Beschreibung stellt lediglich eine allgemeine Darstellung der wesentlichen Aufgaben dieser Position dar und ist nicht als abschließende Aufzählung aller Aufgaben zu verstehen. 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We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in key financial markets and our expertise in handling complex cross-border work. What sets us apart is not just our global network of offices but the interconnectedness of our Firm. Our people and clients value our collaboration across geographic and practice boundaries, which is why we attract and retain significant cross-border work. Representing multiple nationalities from across the world and speaking a vast array of languages, our lawyers and Business Services professionals are globally minded, enterprising, and committed to excellence.