Senior Legal Counsel - Part Time 12 Month Contract

CleanCo is playing a lead role in Queensland’s renewable energy transformation.

We have set ourselves a goal to own, operate or support 5GW of new renewable energy and 5GW of firming and storage capacity by 2030. To meet these goals, we have developed a pipeline of energy projects that CleanCo will own and operate, supporting jobs and economic growth in regional Queensland.

CleanCo is a team of passionate, purpose driven people, motivated to create a better world now and for the future. We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces inclusion and authenticity. If that resonates with you, we invite you to consider a career with CleanCo. 

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join our innovative team, driving the future of sustainable power in Queensland. Reporting to the Legal & Governance Manager, this part-time (3 to 4 days per week) 12 Month Contract position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to CleanCo's dynamic developments and operations in the ever-evolving renewable energy sector.

You will be responsible for delivering comprehensive legal services, spanning commercial, renewable energy, and project-related areas. Your responsibilities will include managing legal matters, providing strategic Legal Counsel, and overseeing the thorough review, negotiation, and execution of contracts and legal strategies in alignment with CleanCo’s compliance and risk protocols.

You'll be the go-to expert, providing specialised advisory support for all facets of renewable energy projects—from generation and power purchase to retail sale and compliance across your portfolio.

• You hold a Bachelor of Law and ideally an Unrestricted Practicing Certificate with at least 7 years PQE (desired, not essential)
• Significant experience with a top tier private practice law firm, or ASX Listed or government owned in-house legal team
• Excellent knowledge of the National Electricity Law and/or National Gas Law rules and regulations will be highly regarded
• Previous experience working on legal matters in a commercial setting with a focus on renewable energy or resource management, corporate structuring or banking and finance
• Experience in the preparation of a broad range of contracts and documentation, relevant to energy /resources including construction & procurement, project finance, corporate structuring, as well as project documentation and due diligence reports 
• Proven skills in contract management and advice, contract negotiation and drafting
• Attention to detail, good communication skills, autonomy, the ability to build relationships across an evolving company, research skills and the ability to adopt a commercial and pragmatic approach in providing solutions
• Self-motivated, you thrive working in a busy high-performance team environment, embracing challenges, always seeking to drive the right outcome, adopting a service delivery mentality and enjoying building effective and lasting relationships
• Proven capacity and willingness to contribute broadly and across a range of matters
• You have a passion to be part of something bigger than yourself, that contributes to the delivery of low emission, renewable, reliable, and affordable energy for Queensland.

We understand that work is just one important aspect of our employee’s lives. We offer a range of benefits that support balance and create an engaging workplace, by meeting you at your life and career stage. Perks and benefits of joining the CleanCo team include: 

• Genuine flex work options – supported hybrid working model.
• A progressive and inclusive culture that reflects our unique identity. 
• Opportunities to purchase additional leave.
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport, and health promotion programs.
• Opportunities to save via Salary Sacrificing which may increase your take home pay.
• Wellbeing support via our Employee Assistance Program and Mates in Energy membership.

CleanCo is a proud 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commits to responding to every applicant.
 

For more information about CleanCo please visit www.cleancoqueensland.com.au