Matt Voller

A longstanding client is looking to grow their Hong Kong office with the addition of a project finance lawyer. Having spoken to the hiring partner, we look forward to assisting you throughout the application process.

This is an opportunity to join a well-regarded international private practice in one of their most dynamic offices. You will be doing some of the best quality of work in Hong Kong.

You will be exposed to a broad range of finance work. This will include asset finance as well as projects finance in the renewable energy, LNG and petrochemicals sector.

Some of the key draws of this job include:

• Variety of work. You will be exposed to a broad range of high-quality work.
• Remuneration. Our client pays above market.
• Business development opportunities. You will be involved with our client’s business development programmes.

You will be Hong Kong or common law qualified with at least 2 PQE. Additionally, you will have a background of asset or project finance experience. Business proficiency in English and Cantonese is essential. Fluency in Mandarin will be a strong advantage.

If the above role has caught your interest, do get in touch for a discreet discussion.

A well-established American practice is looking to grow their asset and project finance team in Paris. Having discussed with hiring partner, we will be able to provide support throughout the application process.

Our client has a collegiate asset and project finance team in France, working with banks, sponsors and funds.

Areas of focus include projects across Africa, mining and aviation financing. You will also be exposed to structured finance work including asset-based lending.

The key draws of this work include:

• Breadth of work. You will be working across varied industries.
• Competitive remuneration. Our client pays above the London market rate.
• A collaborative environment with our client looking to upskill and invest in their team.

You will be French qualified with at least 1 PQE with a background in asset, project or structured finance. English and French proficiency is imperative. England & Wales dual qualified lawyers will be at an advantage.

If this job has caught your interest, do get in touch. 

Wadkins Associates is excited to be working with one of the largest law firms in the world as they look to expand their market leading Project Finance practice in Paris. Having spoken with the hiring partner, we will be able to provide insightful advice and guide you throughout the application process.

As the world continues towards clean energy, there is an increasing demand for lawyers familiar with energy and renewables financing. This is an opportunity to work in an ever-growing market with an experienced and collegiate team.

You will be working on the lenders side of financing in the infrastructure and energy sectors. The type of financings includes PPP/PFI, refinancing and acquisition financing. You will also be receiving instructions from some of the world’s leading banks, funds and sponsors.

From our conversations with the hiring partner, the key draws of this job include:

• Variety. The partner works on a broad range of financings of solar, wind and renewable projects as well as coal and mining projects. Working at every stage of the project you will be constantly exposed to different financing methods and transactions.
• Prestige. You will be working in one of the biggest law firms in the world, advising leading lenders and developing the firm’s relationships.
• Remuneration. Our client pays above market and offers bonuses and benefits commensurate with leading international private practices.
• The team. You will be working in a dynamic environment with an ambitious and growing team.  

Our client is looking for French qualified lawyers with up to 5 years of experience with a background in project finance. Prior Francophone Africa experience would be advantageous, although this is not a prerequisite.

If the above position has caught your interest, do get in touch for a discreet discussion about this opportunity.