Corporate Lawyer - Energy Regulatory

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteer leave

Performance bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

AEMO, Australia's independent energy system operator, seeks a Corporate Lawyer to provide trusted legal advice across regulatory, commercial, and litigation matters, supporting Operations, System Design and Policy & Corporate Affairs.

You’ll work at the intersection of energy law and major industry reform, advising on National Electricity Market rules, procurement of system services, and drafting regulatory instruments, with induction and ongoing supervision to build expertise from day one.

Qualifications

• Legal degree with admission to practice in Australia.
• At least 3 years' PQE in a regulated sector.
• Experience advising on energy rules or similar in a highly regulated sector.
• Strong commercial and advisory capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted, strategic legal advice across complex regulatory, operational, corporate and commercial matters, partnering with senior leaders and key stakeholders across AEMO.
• Play a key role in Australia’s energy transition, advising on procurement of critical system services and negotiating complex commercial agreements that support secure and reliable operation of the power system.
• Navigate complex energy regulation, interpreting and applying the National Electricity Law, National Electricity Rules and other regulatory instruments to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice.
• Help shape regulatory change, leading the legal aspects of significant reform initiatives and drafting regulatory instruments that support AEMO’s evolving responsibilities.
• Build influence across the energy sector, developing trusted relationships across AEMO and representing the organisation with government, market bodies, industry participants and external legal advice

Skills

Regulatory advisory

Corporate law

Stakeholder engagement

Energy sector experience

Litigation support

Education

Bachelor of Laws/Juris Doctor

Job description

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

Department : Finance & Governance

Division: Legal

Reference number: 13253

Engagement type: Permanent

About The Role

As a Corporate Lawyer, you’ll join AEMO’s highly regarded Legal Team where you'll provide trusted legal advice across a diverse and interesting portfolio, supporting AEMO’s Operations, System Design and Policy & Corporate Affairs groups.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of law, energy and major industry reform, advising on the legislation and rules that govern the National Electricity Market (NEM). Your work will span regulatory and operational matters, corporate and commercial advice, and litigation affecting AEMO.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive legal team, with comprehensive induction, training and ongoing supervision to help you build your knowledge of the energy sector and make an impact from day one.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide trusted, strategic legal advice across complex regulatory, operational, corporate and commercial matters, partnering with senior leaders and key stakeholders across AEMO.
• Play a key role in Australia’s energy transition, advising on the procurement of critical system services and negotiating complex commercial agreements that support the secure and reliable operation of the power system.
• Navigate complex energy regulation, interpreting and applying the National Electricity Law, National Electricity Rules and other regulatory instruments to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice.
• Help shape regulatory change, leading the legal aspects of significant reform initiatives and drafting regulatory instruments that support AEMO’s evolving responsibilities.
• Build influence across the energy sector, developing trusted relationships across AEMO and representing the organisation with government, market bodies, industry participants and external legal advise

What You Will Bring To The Role

• A background and experience in advising on energy rules (electricity and/ or gas) or the equivalent in another highly regulated sector.
• A growth and change mindset – with the capacity and adaptability to navigate the constantly changing energy sector and the associated changes to the law and rules, as well as the ability to support colleagues across the business to do so.
• A hands on and practical approach – proactive in working with clients, and confident to make calls in real time.
• A team player who can quickly build strong working relationships with colleagues and clients, and who is keen to share their learning to build capacity across the Legal Team and AEMO.
• Bachelor of Laws/Juris Doctor and eligibility to practice law in an Australian jurisdiction (holds a current practising certificate or is eligible to hold a certificate) and at least 3 years' PQE

In Return Some Of Our Benefits To You

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at [e-mail]

For more information on the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) please refer to www.aemo.com.au or visit one of our social media channels below.