Renewable Energy 3-5 PQE

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Corporate Counsel Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

Our client is a key player in Australia's energy transition, partnering with governments on critical infrastructure programs to deliver a net-zero energy system. As coal plants retire, they support the coordination of investment in transmission, generation, storage and firming of energy infrastructure.

Position Description

As a Corporate Lawyer within this industry leading Legal Team, you will play a vital role in supporting Australia's energy transition. Collaborating closely with senior lawyers, leadership, and external stakeholders in government and industry, you will deliver high-quality legal advice on complex, high-impact energy projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape cross-jurisdictional energy policy, tackle novel legal challenges, and develop your skills in a collaborative and inclusive culture.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Completing legal due diligence, compliance reviews, and contract finalisation
  • Preparing tender-related documents and advising on tender products and contracts including electricity derivatives and development agreements
  • Preparing internal governance documents
  • Providing legal advice on issues affecting the organisation
  • Reviewing and advising on contracts and external publications
  • Managing procurement processes for external legal engagements
  • Maintaining internal Legal Team knowledge and precedent resources
  • Supporting corporate compliance, governance, and company secretarial functions.
  • Representing the organisation with external stakeholders
  • Advising other divisions (Commercial, System Planning, Financial Markets, Risk, Compliance and Audit, Business Operations, Corporate Affairs & Social Value) on legal matters

Ideal Candidate:

The successful candidate will have:

  • 3-6 years PQE in corporate, projects, or energy law, gained from a leading private practice or established in-house team.
  • Exposure to electricity project matters or energy laws and rules is highly desirable
    but is not a requirement.
  • Experience with tender processes (private or government sector) is advantageous.

This is a full time with excellent WFH flexibility.

On offer is a competitive salary and bonus, a supportive and inclusive team culture, and significant opportunities to contribute to Australia's energy future while advancing your career.

Contact:

If you are looking to take the next step in your career we would love to hear from you.

Please send your application to
Morgan Elder
at

, or call

for a confidential discussion.

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