John Maxwell
About John Maxwell
John Maxwell serves as the Head of Asia Energy & Infrastructure at Linklaters, where he has worked since 2019. He specializes in raising capital for low-carbon technologies and leads a prominent energy transition team in Asia.
Work at Linklaters
John Maxwell has been with Linklaters since 1994, serving in various roles. He currently holds the position of Head of Asia Energy & Infrastructure, a role he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this, he was the Tokyo Managing Partner from 2012 to 2020. Maxwell has also been a Partner at Linklaters since 2004, accumulating 20 years of experience in this capacity. His work involves advising significant clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors, focusing on regulatory excellence and efficient, business-oriented advice.
Education and Expertise
John Maxwell studied at Durham University, where he earned a BA (Hons) in Politics from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education at The College of Law from 1992 to 1994. His expertise lies in ECA/DFI financing and infrastructure mergers and acquisitions. Maxwell is recognized for his leadership in energy transition, particularly in raising capital for low-carbon and renewable technologies within the Asia-Pacific region.
Background
John Maxwell began his career at Linklaters as a Trainee/Associate, where he worked from 1994 to 2004. After a decade in this role, he became a Partner in 2004. His extensive experience includes serving as the Tokyo Managing Partner for eight years, contributing to his deep understanding of the energy and infrastructure landscape in Asia. Maxwell's background equips him to lead one of the foremost energy transition teams in the region.
Achievements
As Head of Asia Energy & Infrastructure at Linklaters, John Maxwell acts as a lead adviser to key clients in the energy and infrastructure sectors. His focus on low-carbon and renewable technologies has positioned him as a significant figure in the energy transition in Asia. Maxwell's leadership in ECA/DFI financing and infrastructure mergers and acquisitions reflects his commitment to advancing sustainable practices in the industry.