Top-tier international projects team is seeking a Tokyo-based Senior Associate to join its Project Development & Construction group within the Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure practice. The role focuses on construction and project development matters across energy and infrastructure transactions, including work on renewables, power and energy-transition projects.

The successful candidate will work on drafting, reviewing and negotiating EPC and other project contracts, revenue agreements (including PPAs and hydrogen/oil & gas sector contracts), concessions and related commercial documentation. The role involves cross-border collaboration, matter management, supervising junior lawyers and contributing to business development within a high-volume project finance environment.

Qualified lawyer with 2–6.5 years’ PQE.
Significant experience with EPC/construction contracts and project development, ideally within an energy or project‑finance context.
Experience advising sponsors preferred; lender, offtaker, government or contractor-side experience also considered.
Strong drafting and negotiation skills, commercial awareness and ability to manage matter delivery and supervise junior staff.

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