Legal Counsel

Fluence; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in Melbourne is seeking a Legal Counsel to support battery storage projects across Australia and Asia. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of legal experience in commercial law, particularly in the energy sector. Responsibilities include negotiating complex contracts and ensuring alignment with business objectives. The role offers a collaborative work environment, flexible arrangements, and performance-based bonuses.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Inclusive Paid Parental Leave

Mobile phone allowance

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' legal experience in commercial or transactional law.
• Experience in construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
• Ability to prepare and revise commercial contracts.
• Willingness to lead negotiations and engage with clients.

Responsibilities

• Support negotiations of complex contracts for battery storage projects.
• Interface between technical, commercial, and legal teams.
• Contribute to global legal strategy and contract templates.
• Support full project lifecycle from offers to delivery.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Contract negotiation

Relationship-building

Proactive and curious

Job description

About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future.

Our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Join Fluence, a global leader in energy storage products, services, and digital applications, and play a key role in shaping Australia’s clean energy future. As Legal Counsel (Australia), you’ll be part of a collaborative and high-impact legal team supporting battery storage projects across Australia and Asia.

Responsibilities

• Be at the frontline, supporting the negotiations and delivery of complex EPC contracts, service agreements, and supply contracts that enable the deployment of Fluence’s BESS solutions
• Support negotiations on high-value construction, services, equipment sales, subcontracts, and procurement agreements across Australia and Asia
• Serve as a key interface between technical, commercial, and legal teams—translating business priorities into robust contracts
• Support the full project lifecycle—from preparing commercial offers and RFP responses to contract close-out and project delivery
• Contribute to Fluence’s global legal strategy through the development and refinement of contract templates and risk standards

Experience

• 2–4 years' legal experience in commercial or transactional law ideally within the construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors—experience with utility-scale renewable energy or storage projects is a strong advantage
• A commercial mindset, with the ability to align legal outcomes with business objectives and risk considerations
• Proven ability to prepare and revise commercial contracts, ideally EPC agreements and project claims
• A willingness to support and/or lead negotiations—you feel confident engaging directly with customers and suppliers
• Strong commercial judgment and relationship-building skills—you know when to hold firm and when to seek compromise
• Proactive, curious, and able to balance competing priorities while keeping sight of the overall goal
• This role is based in Melbourne, with some regular business travel expected.

Why work for Fluence

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing support for personal and professional well-being
• Inclusive Paid Parental Leave to support all caregivers in balancing family and work (eligible employees only)
• Mobile phone allowance to stay connected
• Opportunities for performance-based bonuses, recognizing contributions and achievements
• A collaborative and innovative work environment that supports growth and success
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options to support your lifestyle

Fluence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.