The Opportunity

Our client is a prominent organisation in the energy sector in Australia. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to working on multi-billion dollar major infrastructure projects to facilitate the move towards a renewable energy based system.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex contractual negotiations on all aspects of multi-faceted major infrastructure and renewable projects, assessing risk and managing any potential disputes
• Provide guidance on the development of project frameworks and proactive risk management approaches
• Manage external lawyers and act as a trusted advisor to the business and other project teams from the approvals stage to construction and delivery thereafter
• Keep abreast of changes in the regulatory landscape and update and educate the business on how the impact such changes will have
• Liaise with government agencies and departments in respect of matters affecting major projects
• Contribute to developing and implementing tools to improve and steamline processes in the legal functions.

Ideal Candidate

• Admitted to practice in Australia or New Zealand.
• Minimum 8 years PAE with experience in major projects and construction from time spent in private practice and/or inhouse.
• Strong commercial drafting, reviewing and negotiating skills
• Ability to work well as a team and autonomously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV to Olivia Courtney, by emailing oliviacourtney@taylorroot.com.au or call 0292369015.