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Senior Legal Counsel


Company : Beacon Legal


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-05-07


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Beacon LegalConnecting Lawyers with Opportunities in Energy, Construction and Property- Senior Recruiter | Manager @ Beacon LegalBeacon Legal have partnered with a leading Australian renewable energy company in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel. They are looking to hire someone at the 7+ PQE level, to be based in their Brisbane office.Were seeking a proactive and motivated commercial lawyer to support a dynamic and growing legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of transactional, regulatory and disputes matters in a company that is transforming Australias energy landscape through wind, solar, battery storage and hydrogen projects.This role will give you the chance to engage in impactful work with opportunities for professional growth. You will become part of a high-performing, supportive and innovative business and be able to contribute to an exciting, fast-paced industry. You will mentor and support a Legal Counsel in the team in this role.About the roleLead and support the negotiation, drafting and review of a wide range of commercial agreements, including offtake agreements, power agreements, procurement and supply contracts, and operations and maintenance (O&M) contracts.Review, amend and assess documentation from early stage planning through to construction and operation, including term sheets, proposals, technical specifications, and commercial strategies.Prepare advice across a wide range of legal matters, including legislation interpretation, commercial transactions, tendering, contract law, and regulatory issues.Represent the business in legal proceedings, mediations and dispute resolution processes, working closely with external counsel when required.Advise on ongoing regulatory compliance, including modern slavery, privacy, governance, native title, environmental, corporate and safety law.Conduct in-house education and training programs on legal risk management and legislative changes.Contribute to strategic initiatives and business development projects.What type of person will be successful?Admitted as a lawyer in Australia with a current practising certificate.Practising as a commercial or projects lawyer for 7+ years, ideally with exposure to renewables (wind, solar, battery storage, hydrogen).Strong analytical, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.Collaborative, proactive, and self-motivated.Strong organisational and communication skills.Thrives in dynamic and evolving environments.Experience in dispute and litigation management is highly desirable.If you are interested in this role, please apply below or contact Jake on jake.hayden-smith@beacon-legal.com.au.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesServices for Renewable EnergyReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Beacon Legal by 2xGet notified about new Legal Counsel jobs in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr