The Company
Our client is a leading Australian independent power producer is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to support a growing portfolio of hybrid renewable, and independent power projects across Australia.
The business delivers long-term power solutions to mining, industrial, and infrastructure clients and is backed by a major global infrastructure investor. With a strong pipeline of complex, capital-intensive projects, this is an opportunity to join a sophisticated in-house legal function operating at the centre of Australia's energy transition.
The Role
This is a hands-on, commercially focused in-house role, working closely with development, engineering, commercial, and operations teams across the full lifecycle of energy assets - from bid and development through construction, commissioning, and long-term operation.
The role offers exposure to large-scale, technically complex power projects, including long-term PPAs, hybrid renewable developments, and remote power infrastructure supporting Tier 1 resource operators.
Key responsibilities include:
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex energy and infrastructure agreements, including: Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and long-term offtake contracts, EPC / EPCM and construction agreements, BOO / BOOT and other project delivery structures, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) and asset management agreements
* Supporting bids, tenders, and commercial negotiations for new projects
* Advising on risk allocation across construction, commissioning, and operational phases
* Managing variations, claims, and dispute resolution on live assets
* Advising on regulatory, compliance, and safety-related matters relevant to power generation and remote operations
* Managing and coordinating external counsel where required
* Acting as a trusted legal advisor to senior commercial and operational stakeholders
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have
6–12 years' post-admission experience (PAE)
gained in a respected law firm and/or in-house role, with a strong grounding in
construction, energy,
infrastructure, or major projects law.
Key attributes include:
* Demonstrated capability to draft, review, and negotiate construction and commercial contracts.
* Strong understanding of project delivery, contract strategy, and risk allocation.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organisation.
* A commercial and solutions-driven mindset, with the confidence to provide pragmatic advice.
* High attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
To Apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact
Nathan Aron, Associate Director
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