Legal Counsel – Projects & Infrastructure

About the role

ACEREZ is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide practical, commercially focused legal support for the design, delivery and operation of a major renewable energy transmission network in New South Wales. The role will involve managing day‑to‑day legal work, coordinating with external advisors and mentoring junior team members.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, consultancy agreements and project delivery documentation.
• Provide legal advice on contract compliance, construction and project delivery issues, regulatory obligations and commercial risks.
• Support procurement activities through preparation and review of procurement documentation and contract terms.
• Assist with claims management, dispute avoidance and contract administration.
• Manage engagement with external legal advisors to ensure timely, cost‑effective outcomes.
• Advise on corporate governance, delegations and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and support junior legal team members.

Required profile

• Current practising certificate.
• Approximately 5‑6 years post‑qualification experience, preferably in major infrastructure, renewable energy or PPP projects.
• Experience handling both contentious and non‑contentious matters.
• Proven ability to manage contractual correspondence, notices and claims in a project delivery environment.

Required skills

• Strong contract drafting, negotiation and advisory capabilities.
• Sound understanding of procurement processes, corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.