In House Counsel

Property & Projects

Energy & Infrastructure projects

5 - 10 PQE

Our client is a major player in the Energy & Infrastructure market in Australia, and is playing a huge role in Australia’s Energy Transition. They are looking for a talented Property & Projects lawyer 5-10 PQE to join their team.

Candidates with experience working on Energy Transmission and Energy Storage BESS projects will be especially welcomed.

Position Description

This is a newly created position that will see you play an important role in a high calibre legal team with responsibility for advising on both the property & projects aspects of:

  • large scale renewable energy developments and transmission projects.

  • Large-scale battery storage projects

  • tenders and related procurement activities.

  • Broader infrastructure including data centres.

Beyond projects, the role will also involve advising on commercial contracts, joint ventures, corporate transactions, and occasional governance and compliance matters. You’ll work cross-functionally with the commercial, engineering, and procurement teams and provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice that supports strategic delivery.

Ideal Candidate

  • 5-10+ years’ post-qualification experience gained in a leading law firm and/or in-house environment.

  • Strong background in property & projects law, ideally with exposure to the energy or infrastructure sector.

  • Broader experience in commercial, corporate, or procurement matters would be highly regarded.

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to advise confidently at all levels of the business.

  • A hands-on, pragmatic approach and a genuine interest in renewable energy and infrastructure development.

  • A positive and upbeat person who enjoys their work - who will contribute positively to the culture of both the legal team and the wider business

Chris Meharg