Energy Regulatory Counsel - Flexible, Impactful Corporate Lawyer

Australian Energy Market Operator; Australia; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteer leave

Annual performance bonuses

Wellness program

Discounted health insurance

Gym perks

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

AEMO, Australia's independent energy system and market operator, invites a Corporate Lawyer to join the Legal Team. You will provide trusted legal advice across regulatory, corporate and commercial matters affecting the National Electricity Market, supporting Operations, System Design and Policy & Corporate Affairs groups.

You will navigate energy regulation, draft regulatory instruments, and help shape reform initiatives while building strong relationships with government, market bodies and

Qualifications

• Experience advising on energy rules (electricity and/or gas) or equivalent in a highly regulated sector.
• Ability to navigate changing energy law and support colleagues across the business.
• Proactive, hands-on approach in client-facing legal work.
• Team player with ability to share learning across the Legal Team and AEMO.

Responsibilities

• Provide trusted, strategic legal advice across regulatory, operational, corporate and commercial matters, partnering with senior leaders and stakeholders across AEMO.
• Advise on procurement of critical system services and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Interpret the National Electricity Law and Rules to provide practical, commercially focused advice.
• Lead the legal aspects of significant regulatory reform initiatives and draft regulatory instruments.
• Build influence across the energy sector and represent AEMO with government and external bodies.

Education

Bachelor of Laws/Juris Doctor

Australian legal practice eligibility

3 years PQE

Job description

AEMO, Australia's independent energy system and market operator, invites a Corporate Lawyer to join the Legal Team. You will provide trusted legal advice across regulatory, corporate and commercial matters affecting the National Electricity Market, supporting Operations, System Design and Policy & Corporate Affairs groups.

You will navigate energy regulation, draft regulatory instruments, and help shape reform initiatives while building strong relationships with government, market bodies and