* Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Specialist Lawyer - Sydney
* Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Specialist Lawyer (consultant)
About Our Client
The organisation is a well‐established business services firm with a strong focus on providing high‐quality legal solutions. As a part of a medium‐size team, they are dedicated to supporting their clients with specialised and professional expertise.
Job Description
* Draft, review, and negotiate Power Purchase Agreements (corporate, utility‐scale, and government PPAs).
* Advise on hedging structures, firming contracts, and energy derivatives, including CfDs, swaps, options, and risk‐mitigation instruments.
* Provide guidance on project structuring, compliance, and regulatory frameworks in renewable energy markets.
* Support commercial teams with strategic advice on market trends, contract risks, and pricing mechanisms.
* Liaise with internal stakeholders and external counterparties to facilitate successful transaction execution.
* Prepare briefing notes, risk matrices, and negotiation strategies for senior leadership.
* Ensure all documentation meets legal, regulatory, and internal governance standards.
The Successful Applicant
* Law degree and eligibility to practice in a common‐law jurisdiction.
* Extensive PPA experience (minimum 7‐10+ years) across renewable energy projects (solar, wind, storage, hybrid).
* Demonstrated experience with energy derivatives, financial hedging instruments, or merchant market structures.
* Proven track record in a major renewable company, utility, or top‐tier law firm.
* Strong negotiation skills and ability to work independently in a fast‐paced deal environment.
* Excellent written and spoken English.
* Exposure to international PPA markets (US, EU, Middle East, APAC).
* Experience with green hydrogen, storage, or hybrid renewable projects.
* Familiarity with emissions markets, RECs, LGCs, and voluntary carbon schemes.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary package
* Collaborative and supportive work environment.
* Potential to work on diverse and impactful energy projects.
If you are passionate about advancing your career as a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) Specialist Lawyer and are eager to contribute your expertise to a growing team, we encourage you to apply today!
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