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Legal Counsel

Melbourne Permanent Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity to join a renewable energy business as Legal Counsel, providing strategic and practical legal advice across a diverse portfolio of renewable energy projects. Based in Melbourne, this permanent role offers the chance to work on complex commercial, regulatory, and project-related matters while supporting one of Australia's leading renewable energy companies through its continued growth and development.
  • Accelerate your in-house legal career with broad exposure
  • Help shape Australia's clean energy future.

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.
Contact
Sam Ryan
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7049203
Phone number
+61 3 9607 5687

Job summary

Function
Legal
Specialisation
In-House Counsel
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Melbourne
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Ryan
Consultant phone
+61 3 9607 5687
Job Reference
JN-062026-7049203
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. PageGroup acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.