Senior Energy & Resources Counsel - Brisbane, Flexible Work

Gorilla Jobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance discounts

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible working arrangements

Prime Brisbane location

Pathway to partnership

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs presents a rare opportunity with a leading Brisbane law firm seeking a Special Counsel in Energy & Resources. You will advise on oil and gas, LNG, hydrogen, renewables and mining, handling complex contracts and regulatory matters to support high-stakes transactions.

The role offers a base salary up to AU$250k (DOE), plus performance bonuses and a clear pathway to partnership, in a prime Brisbane office with flexible working arrangements and strong career progression.

Qualifications

• Admitted as a solicitor in Australia with a minimum of 7 years PAE in Energy & Resources Law.
• Extensive experience in downstream energy projects, corporate advisory, and cross-border transactions.
• Strong commercial acumen and client service skills.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proven track record of driving revenue and delivering high-quality legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on energy and resources projects, including downstream energy transactions and regulation
• Draft and negotiate complex contracts such as power purchase agreements, gas supply agreements, and electricity supply agreements
• Ensure regulatory compliance and advise on ASX Listing Rules
• Conduct due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and investment transactions
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic legal guidance
• Represent clients in negotiations and dispute resolutions
• Stay current with industry developments and regulatory changes

Skills

Energy & Resources Law

Cross-border Transactions

Contract Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

Client Relationship Management

Education

Australian Solicitor Admission

Job description

Gorilla Jobs presents a rare opportunity with a leading Brisbane law firm seeking a Special Counsel in Energy & Resources. You will advise on oil and gas, LNG, hydrogen, renewables and mining, handling complex contracts and regulatory matters to support high-stakes transactions.

The role offers a base salary up to AU$250k (DOE), plus performance bonuses and a clear pathway to partnership, in a prime Brisbane office with flexible working arrangements and strong career progression.