Projects Counsel - Energy

Flexible & dynamic working environment

  • Competitive salary and great benefits

  • CBD location

 

Our Client is a major player in the energy and infrastructure of the National Electricity Market

The Opportunity 

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Legal Counsel to support the client in upcoming major infrastructure projects in NSW and interstate by ensuring the clients operations are conducted within the limits prescribed by law and that its rights are fully protected through the provision of legal counsel and guidance. 

The role of the Legal Counsel includes but is not limited to: 

  • Review and negotiate contracts and associated documents for major infrastructure projects and provide the business with front-end advice

  • Identify key project commercial and legal risks and prepare proposed solutions

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders on all aspects of the projects

  • Work closely with external counsel on various aspects of the project

  • Provide advice on the administration of contracts

  • Ensure the organisation is in good standing and fulfils its obligations pursuant to relevant legislation and regulation and identify new or proposed legislation

  • Ensure internal policies, procedures and relevant Commonwealth or State-based licences and authorisations are appropriately interpreted and complied with by the business

  • Liaise with government officials, departments or tribunals on matters

  • Be proactive in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

  • Communicate effectively and persuasively with many internal clients and external parties

  • Assist with the co-ordination and assessment of external legal counsel

  • Deliver training to various parts of business (as and when required).

  • Assist with the development and implementation of best practice tools and processes for the Legal Team

Skills & Experience 

What we expect from you: 

  • Admitted (or able to be admitted) as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales

  • Minimum 5-7 years projects experience (preferably gained in private practice and in-house)

  • Strong commercial drafting, reviewing and negotiating skills

  • Demonstrated experience working on large infrastructure projects

  • Highly capable in identifying and understanding commercial and legal risks

  • Ability to be team-focused and also work independently

  • Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills

  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to liaise, on a daily basis, with internal and external stakeholders

  • Although not essential, exposure to some other key areas of law (Energy/National Electricity Rules, Property, Planning & Environment and Employment) would be highly regarded

 

This is a chance to work on major energy projects that will help move Australia Energy systems from the 20th to 21st century helping to usher in the decarbonisation of our economy.

Contact Chris Meharg on 0414724747 or chris@synergy-search.com.au for more details

Chris Meharg