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Special Counsel, Energy Law

Sydney, New South Wales💼 Full-time💰 $178,315–$178,315🗓 2026-08-30 → 2026-09-24

Core

Lead strategic legal advice and legislative reform for NSW's renewable energy transition and low-emissions system.

Role type

Senior in-house energy lawyer (Special Counsel)

Builds

Legislative frameworks and regulatory architecture for the state's energy transition

Domain

Public sector law / Energy transition / Climate policy

Required skills

Energy law expertise, legislative reform, regulatory frameworks, government policy analysis, strategic legal leadership, complex stakeholder management, legal drafting, research, analytical skills

Preferred skills

Mentoring, fostering team culture, innovation in legal service delivery

Technologies

Legal research databases, policy analysis tools

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of legislative reform, provide trusted legal advice on emerging energy issues, shape regulatory frameworks, foster collaborative team culture, develop team capability

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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