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Beacon Legal have partnered with a leading Australian renewable energy business in their search for a new Legal Counsel. They are looking to hire someone at the 4-8 PQE level, to be based in their Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane office.

We're seeking a proactive and motivated projects or energy lawyer to support a dynamic and growing legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of transactional and regulated legal matters in a company that is driving Australia's transition to net zero. The General Counsel is a leader in the space and is brilliant to work with.

This role will give you the chance to engage in impactful work with constant opportunities for professional growth. You will become part of a high-performing, supportive and innovative team and be able to contribute to an exciting, fast-paced industry.

About the Role

• Lead and support the negotiation, drafting and review of a wide range of commercial contracts such as EPC contracts, supply and install contracts, balance of plant contracts, PPAs/offtake agreements, connection agreements, and O&M agreements.
• Advise on land acquisitions, planning approvals, and general commercial matters including NDAs, consultancy agreements, services agreements, and disputes.
• Provide support and manage external counsel.
• Advise on regulatory matters such as FIRB, Australian Financial Services Licences and Critical Infrastructure.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives, including the development of precedent contracts, adoption of new processes, and delivering training to the team.

What type of person will be successful?

• Admitted as a lawyer in Australia.
• Practising as a projects or energy lawyer for 4-8 years in private practice or in-house.
• Strong understanding of energy or infrastructure transactions in Australia.
• Proven stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence outcomes.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and self-motivated.
• Strong problem-solving, commercial, and communication skills.
• Thrives in dynamic and evolving environments.

If you are interested in this role, please apply below or contact Jake on jake.hayden-smith@beacon-legal.com.au.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesEnergy Technology and Services for Renewable Energy

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