Legal Counsel

Jemena; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave—primary & secondary

Career development support

Annual bonuses and employee referral

Job summary

Jemena is seeking a talented in-house lawyer to support project delivery for Data Centre customers and emerging issues for the Jemena Electricity Network (JEN) amid energy transition.

You will also support day-to-day legal needs of the JEN business, with exposure to major infrastructure projects and land arrangements. The role emphasises practical, commercial advice, drafting and negotiation across corporate matters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) and eligibility to practise in Victoria.
• Around 5+ years' post-admission experience in corporate, commercial, energy, construction or infrastructure law.
• Strong experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Proven involvement in major projects, corporate transactions and dispute resolution matters.
• In-house legal experience and exposure to energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Exposure to major infrastructure projects, construction and land arrangements would be an advantage.
• Provide practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory and operational matters.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver strategic, commercially sound outcomes.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on a range of corporate and commercial agreements.
• Identify legal risks and help develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Manage disputes, litigation matters and relationships with external legal advisors.
• Contribute to policy development, business improvement initiatives and legal project delivery.

Skills

Legal interpretation

Commercial acumen

Drafting & negotiation

Legal research

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Laws or equivalent

Eligibility to practise in Victoria

5+ years post-admission experience in corporate, commercial, energy, construction or infrastructure law

Job description

Our legal team is a valued business partner, working alongside stakeholders to navigate complex challenges, support major projects and help deliver essential energy infrastructure to communities across Australia.

In this opportunity you will primarily focus on supporting project delivery for Data Centre customers and emerging legal issues for the Jemena Electricity Network (JEN) given the energy transition. Your role will also extend to supporting the legal needs for the day to day operation of the JEN business.

What you'll be involved in

Exposure to major infrastructure projects, construction and land arrangements would be an advantage;

• Legal issues and projects related to energy transition and electricity distribution infrastructure.
• Provide practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory and operational matters.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver strategic, commercially sound outcomes.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on a range of corporate and commercial agreements.
• Identify legal risks and help develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Manage disputes, litigation matters and relationships with external legal advisors.
• Contribute to policy development, business improvement initiatives and legal project delivery.

What we do matters. Delivering safe and reliable energy makes a difference to people’s lives across our country every single day. We are proud to keep Australia connected while preparing the nation for a renewable future. Our people are our energy source. We offer meaningful benefits and rewards, including being a certified family-friendly workplace designed to see you succeed in all areas of life:

• Jemena is among the first companies in Australia to be accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace
• flexible work arrangements, empowered to work your way & agile + additional leave benefits!
• primary & secondary parental leave & well-being and family support benefits
• numerous career development pathways + yearly financial support to upskill
• annual bonuses + generous $$$ employee referral program
• empowering you within a fun, diverse and inclusive culture
• group benefits galore for all employees!
• genuine focus on work / life balance
• reproductive leave benefits

What You'll Bring

• Strong ability to interpret complex legal and commercial matters and provide clear, practical advice.
• Commercial acumen with the ability to identify risks and support informed business decisions.
• Well-developed drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience researching and analysing complex legal issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications / Certifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (or equivalent) and eligibility to practise in Victoria.
• Around 5+ years' post-admission experience in corporate, commercial, energy, construction or infrastructure law.
• Strong experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Proven involvement in major projects, corporate transactions and dispute resolution matters.
• In-house legal experience and exposure to energy, utilities or infrastructure sectors will be highly regarded.

Who we are

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day.

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group’s over 4000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with a disability and members of the LGBTIQA+ community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical(dependent on role type), reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties:Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.