About Us The energy industry is undergoing a radical transformation. As one of Australia's largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all. Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be greatly dependent on you as part of our broader team. As one of our Legal Counsel, you will draw on your training, skills, experience and independent position to provide clear advice and support timely, informed and risk-based decision making.
About the Role Reporting to the Head of Legal - Energy, we have an exciting opportunity available for an experienced Legal Counsel to join our Legal and Governance team where you will manage and support the day-to-day legal requirements and strategic projects for our Energy and Markets Business Units.
The team has a broad remit and you will have the opportunity to support on a range of work across our portfolio development activities, our existing generation and storage assets, and our wholesale market trading activities (electricity, gas, environmental products and carbon abatement), including:
Work on energy transition projects (the team is currently supporting the Wooreen Battery Project; the Hallett Battery Project, the Lake Lyell pumped hydro Project; and the Mt Piper Battery Project, to name a few) Design Supply and Install Contracts, Maintenance Contracts, Services Contracts, Works Contracts Innovative offtake arrangements, including Energy Storage Services Agreements, Battery Storage Services Agreements, as well as Power Purchase Agreements (electricity and environmental products) A wide range of electricity, gas and environmental product agreements Regulatory changes How can you support the Clean Energy Transition You will have a degree in Law as well as a current practicing certificate and significant post-qualification legal experience with a reputable Australian law firm or large corporate. Previous experience providing advice on some of the areas described above including in the construction industry and/or corporate mergers and acquisitions. You will have a can-do attitude and be keen to develop your capabilities in the energy sector. Ability to work autonomously and lead large complex matters. Present with strong and effective communication and stakeholder management skills. In addition to your technical skills, you will be able to combine "big-picture" and strategic thinking with being detail focused and capable of identifying issues. If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply' button.
Why Us? We're committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it's a workplace where everyone's welcome. We offer;
Discounts on your energy bills for you, your friends and family. Recharge and relax with two extra days of leave each year. We call them recharge days. Choose your own public holidays. Take them as they fall or on a day that is more convenient or culturally significant to you! We offer 20 weeks paid parental leave that's completely gender-equal. Balance Life and Work through our Energise program giving flexibility to adjust how you work. #J-18808-Ljbffr
