Legal Counsel

Nordex Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Global energy company

Job summary

Nordex Pty Ltd. is seeking a Legal Counsel for Australia and New Zealand to partner with business leaders, support wind energy projects, and provide practical legal advice across commercial, governance, and regulatory matters.

You will draft and negotiate complex contracts (EPC, BoP, service/maintenance) and coordinate with external firms to support SAAPAC. A strong PQE in energy or infrastructure law, and English proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Law degree with 7+ years PQE in commercial, construction, energy, infrastructure or engineering law.
• Minimum 3 years supporting renewable energy or construction projects, preferably internationally.
• Proven track record drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements (EPC, BoP, Sale & Purchase, Service, Maintenance).
• Ability to lead legal matters independently from negotiation to execution.
• Strong commercial acumen and risk assessment to balance legal and business needs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication, with credibility to influence at all levels.
• Native or advanced professional English; willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating complex contracts including EPC, BoP and maintenance for wind projects.
• Provide continuous legal support to project management, operations, procurement, and services in SAAPAC.
• Assess contractual and commercial risks and report to management for approval.
• Support corporate governance and company secretarial matters for group entities in the region.
• Monitor regulatory changes in renewables and advise on impact to operations.
• Coordinate with external firms and manage relationships for SAAPAC.

Skills

Commercial law

Construction law

Energy law

Infrastructure law

Engineering law

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Law Degree

Job description

At Nordex, we are committed to driving the energy transition through innovative wind energy solutions. As Legal Counsel for Australia and New Zealand, you will become a trusted business partner, supporting the development, construction, and service of wind energy projects across the region.

Working closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, you will provide practical and commercially focused legal advice on a broad range of matters, including major project contracts, corporate governance, compliance, and dispute management. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing renewable energy business while working in an international and dynamic environment.

YOUR TASKS:

• Drafting and negotiating all types of contracts with clients, such as complex supply and installation, EPC, and operation and maintenance contracts for wind farms.
• Continuous legal support to the project management, operations, services and procurement areas for both contract negotiation and review of claims arising from agreements with customers and suppliers in SAAPAC countries.
• Assessment of contractual and commercial risks in contracts to report and present to management for approval.
• Support on corporate governance and company secretarial matters for the group entities within the assigned region. The role will ensure compliance with applicable corporate laws, internal governance requirements, and group policies, while supporting business stakeholders in the effective management of the regional corporate structure.
• Provide legal support on issues related to changes in the legislation and regulation of the renewable regulation of the renewables sector in SAAPAc's various countries and their impact on our operations.
• Coordinate with external firms to provide support to different areas for legal issues with a local scope. Manage the relationship with external firms that support the company in SAAPAC countries.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Law Degree and 7+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial, construction, energy, infrastructure, or engineering law.
• Minimum3 years' experience supporting renewable energy or construction projects, preferably within an international environment.
• Experience in a leading law firm and/or multinational corporation.
• Proven track record drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements, including EPC, BoP, Sale & Purchase, Service, and Maintenance Agreements.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead legal matters and transactions from contract negotiation through project execution and completion.
• Strong commercial acumen and risk assessment capabilities, with the ability to balance legal considerations against business objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills, with the credibility to influence decision-making at all levels.
• Native or advanced professional English and flexibility to travel when required.

YOUR BENEFITS

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

*Some offers may vary by location

At Nordex, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applicants of all genders, ethnicities, ages, religions and backgrounds to apply for our open positions.