Senior Legal Specialist, Energy and Resources – Electricity RegulationApply remote type Hybrid locations Perth time type Part time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id JR00000581
Your role You'll be a part of our Perth, Energy and Resources team and work with lawyers across all of our offices.
Our team advises on the leading mining, oil & gas and energy transactions in Australia. We routinely advise on high profile national and cross-border transactions and projects.
Our clients work with us because of our market leading expertise, sector knowledge and focus on providing high quality advice that adds value to their business. We have an excellent track record of advising on major projects and bringing an innovative approach to the transactions we work on. This role is focussed on supporting our growing electricity practice.
This is a part-time opportunity (0.4 FTE to 0.6 FTE), and if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you. We would be open to discussing a full time role which could involve assisting with other aspects of the broader Perth projects practice, including renewable energy project development and negotiating power purchase agreements, for the right candidate.
About you You will have:
Experience advising on the regulatory aspects of SWIS and/or NWIS connected projects, and ideally an understanding of licencing associated with remote generation projects.Experience advising on Wholesale Electricity Market Rules and/or Pilbara Network Rules and associated policies and procedures.Access and connection experience including access codes in the SWIS and NWIS.Well-developed analytical and written and oral communications skills.A strong team ethic - this aspect of our culture is of key importance to us.A willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences and networks.Your development In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations.
Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development.
Our perks Our benefits include:
Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration; generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution, salary continuance insurance, employee recruitment referral program, discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks and catered meals, subsidised sporting and social activities, Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families and regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist.Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home.Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.International opportunities: our alliance with Linklaters ensures possible secondments to many of their overseas offices.Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.
How to apply? We'd love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! If you would like to find out more, please visit "This is Allens" or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please phone Ena Pita, Talent Acquisition Senior Consultant, on ******.
At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at ******. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align, please express your interest by emailing us at ******. The right role for you might be just around the corner!
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