Senior Legal Counsel
2 weeks ago
A$150,000.00/yr - A$250,000.00/yr
OverviewOur client is a global energy transition organization expanding their Australian business and is looking for an experienced senior legal counsel who will lead their country legal function. This high-impact role will have high visibility from local and global leadership with opportunities to support and drive the growth of the renewable energy industry in Australia.
Responsibilities- Deliver legal counsel and risk analysis on renewable energy project development, permitting processes, regulatory approvals, EPC/OM contracts, and compliance with Australia's energy laws and regulations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate diverse legal agreements, including NDAs, MoUs, PPAs, EPC/OM contracts, consultancy contracts, and submissions to government bodies.
- Liaise with and coordinate approvals or regulatory requirements with key Australian authorities such as DCCEEW, AER, CER, as well as state and local government agencies.
- Provide legal support for due diligence, joint venture arrangements, and structuring of investments in both project development and acquisitions.
- Oversee compliance with Australian legal and regulatory frameworks, including corporate, employment, and environmental law, and manage corporate secretarial issues with external counsel.
- Assist in resolving disputes, managing claims, addressing regulatory issues, and overseeing relationships with external legal advisors.
- Deliver legal training for internal teams and contribute to shaping company-wide legal, compliance, and governance policies and best practices.
- Qualified lawyer admitted to practice in Australia, holding an LL.B. or J.D. from a recognized law school.
- Minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience, ideally in a top-tier law firm or multinational corporation; prior exposure to negotiating and drafting WTG and BESS sales and O&M contracts within the energy, infrastructure, or construction sectors is advantageous.
- In-depth knowledge of Australian energy sector regulations, corporate law, land use, and related compliance frameworks.
- Proven experience working with government bodies and regulators, with strong familiarity in licensing, permitting, and compliance procedures.
- Strong command of English, with excellent legal drafting, negotiation, and document review capabilities.
- Highly self-driven and results-focused, with the ability to manage legal matters independently.
- Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating across both local and international teams.
- Director
- Full-time
- Legal
- Services for Renewable Energy and Energy Technology
Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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