Senior Legal Officer
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Job Description
Join us in driving impactful change by transforming the NSW electricity system!
Lead the implementation of the Network Infrastructure Strategy to providing 20 year blue print for the transformation of the NSW electricity system
- Multiple ongoing fulltime role at 35 hours per week plus FlexTime
- Sydney CBD or regional NSW location by negotiation
- Hybrid working from home and office supported
- Salary range from $139862 to $142554 plus super and leave loading
Energy Corporation of New South Wales EnergyCo is spearheading the transition to renewable energy to deliver clean reliable and affordable electricity to the people of NSW as coalfired power stations near closure.
About the Opportunity
Our EnergyCo Legal team is currently seeking to appoint two Senior Legal Officers to our growing team of legal professionals at the forefront of NSWs energy transition. As a Senior Legal Officer at EnergyCo youll play a key role in supporting major infrastructure and reform projects under the NSW Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap and Network Infrastructure Strategy. EnergyCo Legal is a high performing team the team was awarded InHouse Team of the Year at the 2023 Australasian Law Awards and at the 2024 Australian Law Awards was also shortlisted as a finalist in the Government Team of the Year category of the 2023 and 2024 Lawyers Weekly Corporate Counsel Awards.
Youll provide highquality legal advice on complex transactional commercial and regulatory matters working closely with energy market bodies private sector partners and toptier law firms. This is a rare opportunity to be part of some of the most exciting infrastructure work in the market helping to shape the future of NSWs energy system.
About You
You are a trusted legal advisor with sound experience and ideally bring a strong understanding of the energy or infrastructure sectors. You offer expertise in energy commercial or administrative law with demonstrated experience advising on regulatory and transactional matters relevant to the electricity industryparticularly within the context of government reform and legislative frameworks such as the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act 2020 and National Electricity Law and Rules.
Analytical and solutionsfocused you excel at translating complex legal issues into practical advice that supports decisionmaking and drives outcomes. Youre confident working across all levels of government and with external stakeholders contributing to major reform and infrastructure projects. Your collaborative style sound judgment and commitment to delivering highquality legal support make you a valuable partner in advancing EnergyCos mission. If you are someone who is comfortable thinking on your feet in a fast paced transactional environment that will require you to juggle multiple projects at the same time we want to hear from you!
Essential Requirements
- Admitted or qualified for admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in the Supreme Court of NSW and hold or be eligible to hold an NSW Practicing Certificate.
For more information read the full Role Description:Senior Legal Officer
Who we are
The Energy Corporation of NSW (EnergyCo) is a statutory corporation established under the Energy and Utilities Administration Act 1987 and governed by its Board appointed by the Minister for Energy. EnergyCo is a Staff Agency employing all EnergyCo staff and is an agency related to the Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).
EnergyCo plays a pivotal role in the NSW Governments Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap which aims to transform the states electricity system into one that is cheap clean and reliable. As Infrastructure Planner under the Electricity Infrastructure Investment Act 2020 EnergyCo is responsible for leading the delivery of the States first five Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) and the first two priority transmission infrastructure projects (PTIPs) which are located in the CentralWest Orana New England South West HunterCentral Coast and Illawarra regions. We work closely with communities investors and industry to investigate plan recommend and coordinate generation storage and network infrastructure projects.
We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.
To Apply
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 11th May 2025 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Jin Jung Principal Legal Officer via
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live work and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQI community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Looking for more information or assistance in applying
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- Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.
If you require an adjustment for your application process please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing or contacting Amy Clifton Talent Acquisition Specialist on or Eloise Fleck Project Lead Talent Acquisition on(please mention reference number 542269.
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
