Legal Counsel Role Overview
Pacific Energy is a market leader in the provision of sustainable distributed energy, aiming to transition the world to a clean energy future. Our purpose drives us to integrate solar, wind, battery energy storage, and green hydrogen into new and existing systems.
We value diversity in our backgrounds whether it be industry, skill set or experience and encourage all talented individuals to consider this opportunity.
You don't need to meet all the criteria but if you feel that this role aligns with your career aspirations then this could be for you.
This newly created opportunity exists for a Legal Counsel, reporting directly to the Senior Legal Counsel.
This role is ideal for an experienced, commercially minded legal professional who is seeking flexibility in the workplace to work and collaborate within a dynamic high-delivery driven team.
Join a team of 3, this is a great opportunity to extend and grow your commercial acumen whilst partnering with the business on legal matters.
The position will be based in Perth.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts in the energy sector with customers and suppliers
Support and advise stakeholders on asset portfolio management
Support and advice for corporate functions
Manage external counsel as required
Contribute to developing the legal team's knowledge base
Collaborate with other legal team members to provide a group wide service
Requirements:
Relevant tertiary qualifications with a solid minimum of 3 years post-admission legal experience
Commercial and pragmatic mindset, with the ability to analyze complex information and adapt advice to context
Experience in contracts relating to energy transition would be highly desirable (whether PPAs, construction or other commercial experience, whether grid-connected or off-grid)
Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
Problem solving mindset, objectivity, self-initiating, and deadline driven
Exceptional attention to detail, commitment to delivery, and strong communication and negotiation skills
Admitted to practice law in Australia
Why Join Us:
We're committed to supporting our team with benefits that matter:
Flexible work arrangements
17 weeks paid paternity leave or double the time for a half pay option
Health & wellness reimbursements
Employee referral bonus
Salary continuance insurance
Salary sacrifice for super, vehicles, education
Ongoing training and development
To be considered for this role, you must have permanent full working rights in Australia.