Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel
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Woodside Petroleum Ltd


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We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.
Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.
Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.
About the Role: This permanent position presents an exceptional opportunity for a lawyer with energy experience to join the legal team of one of Australia's leading listed companies.
Working within the Perth-based legal team, you would provide internal legal support in relation to a range of topics including energy commodity marketing and sales in Australia and seaborne through Asia-Pac, long-term LNG SPA opportunities, price reviews, domestic and international pipeline gas opportunities, trading and optimisations.
Duties & Responsibilities: Provide commercially-focussed, pragmatic legal advice and assistance to marketing & trading stakeholders and management, including supporting the negotiation and implementation of various commercial arrangements associated with seaborne LNG, domestic LNG, pipeline gas liquids offtake, new energy-products, trading and optimisations and linked carbon-offset opportunities.  Manage external legal support on specialist and complex marketing matters, including long-term LNG and gas SPAs, price reviews, regulatory change and marketing disputes. Identify and assist to mitigate risks, and address corporate governance and regulatory compliance issues across a range of the company's Asia-Pac marketing and trading activities. Support Australian-based Board engagement and subsidiary company management. Provide structured and ad-hoc legal training on Australian legal matters. Skills & Experience: You must be admitted as a lawyer to practise in Australia (mandatory). Please clearly state in your application the month/year and jurisdiction in which you were admitted and whether you hold an unrestricted practicing certificate. In addition, English law practicing experience is valued.
You must be appropriately qualified with relevant tertiary qualifications (law degree) with 4+ years as a lawyer with professional experience in an energy or resources setting. Commodity marketing and/or trading experience is desirable. An applicant who demonstrates they are a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills will be preferred. Self-motivated with strong organisational and prioritisation abilities are required. An applicant who demonstrates negotiation and influencing skills, including confident interaction with senior stakeholders will be preferred. Proven ability to build and foster positive relationships and networks. Have an interest in new energy products marketing. Recognition & Reward: What you can expect from us:
Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring Industry-leading 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer, and m aintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months  (plus secondary carer leave entitlements) Values led culture Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity Community volunteering opportunities Relocation assistance (if required) A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 
Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.
We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities
Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Saturday 15th June 2024 Click APPLY to submit your application
Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies. 
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