Associate, Construction Projects, Singapore

Who we are

As one of the leading international law firms, our work spans jurisdictions, cultures, and languages – and so do our people.

We believe every career at Clifford Chance should be rewarding and stimulating –  full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly and collaborative approach to work. 

You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations.

But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all our teams.

Whatever your area of expertise, Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds meet.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Construction Lawyer to join our Global Financial Markets practice in Singapore, focusing on project construction and EPC contract negotiations.

Based in Singapore, this practice boasts an excellent market reputation and offers the opportunity to gain top-quality experience across a diverse range of work, including cross-border deals.

 The successful candidate will be academically accomplished, demonstrate exceptional technical proficiency, and maintain a strong dedication to client service.

Key Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of post-qualification experience (UK notional)
• Must be qualified in a common law jurisdiction.
• Have a foundational construction capability, underpinned by a minimum of 2 years of transactional construction experience gained in a reputable law firm setting.
• Exhibit a genuine interest and proactive approach to understanding our clients' businesses and industry nuances.
• Thrive in collaborative team settings while also being capable of driving tasks independently.
• Display self-motivation and the ability to operate autonomously when required.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, with a natural aptitude for building and nurturing client relationships.
• Approach problem-solving creatively, with a focus on delivering practical solutions rather than solely identifying issues.

Equal opportunities statement

At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.

We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age.  This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.

We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.

Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm. 

Find out more about our inclusive culture here