Legal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel - 18-month FTC
Core
Senior legal counsel providing commercial and contractual support for renewable energy projects in Australia, managing contracts, disputes, and regulatory matters.
Role type
Senior IC legal counsel (construction/major projects)
Builds
Project contracts, procurement strategies, and legal solutions for renewable energy developments
Domain
Renewable energy, construction, major projects
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
contract drafting and negotiation, construction claims and dispute management, project finance due diligence, regulatory compliance, commercial analysis, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
project finance experience, renewable energy sector experience, M&A experience, NER regulatory familiarity
Technologies
EPC contracts, split-scope arrangements, PPAs, CIS, grid connection agreements
Responsibilities
Draft and negotiate major project contracts (EPC, OEM, turbine, battery supply); advise on procurement strategy and tender processes; manage construction claims and disputes; support project financing and partnering transactions; assist with PPAs and grid connection arrangements; provide advice on Australian regulatory and grid-related matters
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC