Legal Counsel

• Accelerate your in-house legal career with broad exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded organisation in Australia's renewable energy sector. With a strong track record of developing, owning, and operating clean energy assets, the company plays a significant role in supporting the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Job Description

• Provide timely and accurate legal advice to internal stakeholders across various business units.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and legal requirements within the financial services industry.
• Support the management of legal risks by identifying potential issues and providing practical solutions.
• Assist with the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with external legal advisers as needed to manage complex legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide updates on changes in legislation affecting the business.
• Deliver training and guidance to internal teams on legal and regulatory matters.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel will bring:

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB/JD) and current admission to practice as a legal practitioner in Australia.
• Approximately 2-4 years' post-qualification experience (PQE) gained in a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.
• Strong experience in commercial law, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial agreements.
• Sound understanding of Australian regulatory and compliance frameworks, with the ability to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic approach to managing legal risk.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across the business.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and a genuine interest in supporting business outcomes.
• Experience or interest in the renewable energy, infrastructure, utilities, or broader energy sector will be highly regarded.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package and flexibility
• Permanent position based in Melbourne, offering stability and career growth.
• Opportunity to work within a respected Renewable energy organisation.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Access to ongoing professional development and training opportunities.