Knowledge Lawyer (3 days per week) - Major Projects (including engineering, construction, energy ...

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer ,
London, Greater London
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Freshfields overview Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP is a global law firm with a long-standing track record of successfully supporting the world's leading national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments on ground-breaking and business-critical mandates. Our people make our firm - we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. We enjoy our work and are determined to do an outstanding job. We deliver best when working in teams. We think and work globally - we don't just say we are one firm; we act like one firm right across the world. We work wherever our clients need us. This is how we define ourselves, not by reference to where we have offices. Cross-border work isn't just what we do, it is what we excel at. We understand what it really takes to work across different legal systems and commercial environments and to bridge language and cultural gaps. We aim to add value in everything we do - we are passionate about helping our clients succeed. We use our experience and creativity to help clients make judgements and achieve their goals. In everything we do, we seek to make a real difference to the communities in which we operate. Location overview Our London office is at the heart of our global network, in one of the most exciting world cities. London is arguably the world's greatest financial centre: all of the world's leading financial institutions have a significant presence here. It's home to the headquarters of more than 100 of Europe's largest companies. Our London team has a reputation that's second to none. They're the team the world's leading businesses turn to for help with their most challenging problems. They work with colleagues around the world on complex, cross-border deals and disputes. Whether you join as a lawyer, a recent graduate or in a business services role, London is a great place to work. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging, engaging work that will give you the opportunity to make your mark and progress your career. We believe there is no better place to work. Practice and Role Summary Freshfields' Global Dispute Resolution practice brings together lawyers specialising in litigation, arbitration, global investigations and corporate crime, and risk management advisory work. We are a market leader in a number of areas. The Knowledge Lawyer will work with the Global DR lawyers focused on major projects (including engineering, construction, energy and public procurement) as well as coordinating with others in the firm involved in the various stages in the life-cycle of major projects. The team advises major contractors, governments and state owned entities, utilities, oil and gas majors, investors and end-users at all stages of the lifecycle of major projects from structuring, procurement, contract administration and claims management during execution of the project and formal dispute resolution procedures including expert determination, adjudication, mediation, litigation and arbitration, as well as risk management on the acquisition or disposal of interests in individual projects or portfolios. The team advises on greenfield and brownfield projects and acquisitions, rights issues for development and construction companies, secondary markets transactions and restructuring and insolvency of distressed projects and portfolios. Although based in London and primarily supporting the London team, the Knowledge Lawyer will have a global remit, supporting and working with practitioners across the firm on these areas of focus-most notably in the UAE and Continental Europe. The US is also a key area of focus. Supporting the development of the practice both internally and externally will be at the heart of the Knowledge Lawyer's role. The Knowledge Lawyer will work closely with the leaders of this area of the practice and the senior lawyers within the team to help shape the future of the practice. In particular, the Knowledge lawyer will work closely with the leadership of the Major Projects Imitative (MPI). MPI draws on expertise across practices and offices bringing together the services provided by the firm at all stages in the life-cycle of a major project from inception to dispute management. The Knowledge lawyer will work with the MPI Steering Group (which involves partners across offices/practices) on business planning and strategic direction for MPI. He/she will support delivery of the business plan through horizon scanning, creating client-facing know-how products and thought leadership, including coordinating input from other specialists within the firm that are relevant to MPI. A strong collaborative approach and understanding of the various risks that could arise throughout the life-cycle of a major project is a key aspect of this role and it will require engagement with lawyers across the

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