Senior Associate – Projects (PFI/PPP) | Newcastle upon Tyne 
International Law Firm 

I’m currently working on an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join a market-leading Infrastructure & Projects team in Newcastle.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercial contracts lawyer with experience in infrastructure, PFI/PPP or wider public sector projects to join a nationally recognised team advising on some of the UK’s most significant and complex infrastructure arrangements.

The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative national team advising both public and private sector clients across sectors including:

• Health
• Education
• Transport
• Energy
• Water & environment
• Regeneration

The role will involve:

• Advising on the structuring and delivery of infrastructure and PFI/PPP projects
• Supporting clients with operational contract management matters, including variations, refinancings and contractual interpretation
• Advising on PFI contract expiry and hand-back arrangements
• Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Working closely with colleagues across construction, real estate and dispute resolution teams
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting business development and growth initiatives

The ideal candidate will:

• Be circa 5+ PQE
• Have experience in commercial contracts and infrastructure projects
• Have exposure to PFI/PPP or similar long-term contractual frameworks
• Be commercially minded and solutions-focused
• Enjoy working collaboratively within multi-disciplinary teams
• Be confident managing matters and developing client relationships independently

Construction law or project finance experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

This opportunity offers:

• High-quality and nationally significant work
• Genuine progression opportunities within a growing team
• Strong client exposure and responsibility
• Flexible and hybrid working
• A collaborative and supportive culture within a highly respected national practice

If you’d be interested in hearing more or having a confidential discussion, please reach out to Beth Livings at QED Legal via the details provided.