Lawyer

About Squadron Energy

We are Australia's leading renewable energy company, developing, operating and owning renewable energy assets in Australia. With proven expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and customers to lead Australia's transition to a clean energy future.

As 100% Australian owned, we have 1.1 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy in operation and an Australian development pipeline of 20GW.

The Senior Lawyer – Property, Planning & Environment will play a key role in helping us make a meaningful difference in our world.

We aim to improve the environment for current and future generations by leading Australia's transition to renewable energy. Our people are driven by their passion to make a meaningful difference in the world, to their families and friends, and to themselves.

Though we share this common goal, we view the tremendous diversity in our team's cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds as one of our greatest assets. This sense of camaraderie and cross-disciplinary expertise spurs drive and commitment to the growth of our business.

This role reports to the General Manager, Legal, Property, Planning & Environment.

The primary responsibility of the Senior Lawyer is to provide specialist property law support for Squadron's wind, solar and battery projects.

This role will be based in one of Squadron Energy's east coast offices in Newcastle or Sydney with travel to other east coast offices.

• Legal adviser for the activities of the Squadron Energy group: draft, review and negotiate complex commercial contractual documentation.
• Provide specialist advice in property law and drafting property agreements for renewable energy projects, and advise on other commercial agreements and approvals to assist in development, delivery and operations of Squadron Energy projects.
• Site investigation, land access, leasing and acquisition, permitting and planning -
• Drafting, negotiation, and ongoing compliance with land documents for renewable energy projects including licences, easements, options, leases and registration of associated survey plans.
• Assist development project teams with land tenure due diligence. Coordinate land project development documentation for the purpose of financial close of projects.
• Planning - advising on planning approvals and permits for new renewable energy projects.
• Legal Compliance: advise on compliance of our renewable energy projects with applicable laws, regulations, permits and licences related to land use, property, planning and environmental approvals.
• Risk Mitigation: Identify legal risks and propose strategies to mitigate them.
• Stakeholder communication: Collaborate with internal teams, regulatory authorities and other stakeholders to facilitate project success.
• Regulatory changes: stay updated on legal developments in the renewable energy sector.
• Manage external: instruct and manage external legal counsel.

• Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Property experience including advising, preparing, and negotiating licences, options, leases, and easements and registration of associated plans.
• Planning: experience in advising on planning and permitting in energy or infrastructure projects.
• Environmental law: experience in advising on environmental approvals and compliance for energy or infrastructure projects.
• Commercial law: experience in drafting commercial contracts, and advising on general commercial matters.

• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess legal risk and propose effective pragmatic solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to internal clients and non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong ability to collaborate and build relationships with internal stakeholders within SQE (development, delivery, asset management, technical services and corporate teams) and with SQE's external stakeholders) and advisors.
• Ability to take ownership of property matters for development and operations projects and play a supporting role in large or more complex matters.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise multiple tasks.
• Ability to work in a dynamic project development culture.
• Good sense of commercial drivers.

• Tertiary qualifications in Law.
• Holder of a current Australian practising certificate.

We believe that diversity and inclusion are key to fostering innovation and driving success. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.

We aim to build a team that reflects the rich diversity of the communities we serve and to provide an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

To apply, please submit the following documents with your application:

• Updated resume including relevant experience and qualifications specific to the role.

Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, current Australian working rights, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.

Squadron is directly sourcing this position. We will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. No fees will be paid for any unsolicited CV sent to Squadron Energy.