Energy Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Lawyers On Demand Full time

Overview
LOD(Lawyers On Demand) is one of the largest and fastest growing global legal services businesses, and as a 'new law' pioneer, we continue to lead the market we created.
We're a global business with offices around the world that focus on providing end-to-end solutions for our clients' legal needs, by connecting them with our team of exceptional legal professionals.
We provide secondment opportunities, legal advisory services, and legal operations & tech solutions.
Together, we find new ways to supercharge the value that legal professionals and in-house legal teams deliver.
With LOD, you get all the best bits of being a lawyer - interesting work with some of the world's most exciting organisations, plus the flexibility and freedom to live your life how you want.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Energy Lawyer to join an in-house team in the retail energy sector, specialising in the regulatory aspects of the industry.
This role will involve advising on compliance with energy legislation, codes, and guidelines, engaging with regulators, and supporting the business in implementing regulatory changes.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders across legal, compliance, and operational teams to ensure all retail energy activities meet statutory and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice on the National Energy Retail Law, Rules, and relevant state-based regulations.
Advise on compliance with the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) and Essential Services Commission (ESC) requirements.
Support the development and implementation of regulatory compliance frameworks and policies.
Review and draft contracts, customer terms, and other retail documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and prepare impact assessments for the business.
Liaise with regulators, industry bodies, and external stakeholders on regulatory matters.
Key Requirements
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and admission to practise in Australia.
8+ years' post-admission experience in energy law, with a strong focus on retail energy regulation.
In-depth knowledge of the National Energy Retail Law and Rules, AER guidelines, and related state-based frameworks.
Proven experience engaging with regulators and advising on compliance obligations.
Strong drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Legal
Industries
Legal Services, Energy Technology, and Services for Renewable Energy
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