About Us
Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation. Our ability to deliver on this purpose will be dependent on our people.
As the energy sector rapidly evolves with electrification, renewables, and sustainability at the forefront, we are delivering innovative centralised energy solutions to meet the needs of modern communities.
About the Role
As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in delivering high‑quality, commercially focused legal guidance, providing strategic advice and representation across the full lifecycle of litigation, disputes, and regulatory investigations.
This is a permanent position based in our Docklands office with a hybrid working environment (2-3 days in the office per week).
- Litigation and Disputes Management including early identification, investigation, prospects and strategy development and resolution.
- Support regulatory compliance by managing investigations and enforcement actions, advising on regulatory risks, and monitoring regulatory changes impacting the business.
- Provide strategic legal guidance on contentious and regulatory matters to senior leaders and the Board, ensuring alignment with business strategy and governance frameworks.
- Represent EnergyAustralia in negotiations, mediations, and other dispute resolution forums.
- Support initiatives to uplift organisational capability in managing litigation, disputes, and regulatory enforcement.
- Contribute to the preparation and presenting of reports on the status and outcomes of litigation and regulatory disputes.
About you
- Tertiary qualification in Law and a current practising certificate in Victoria.
- Strong understanding of litigation, dispute resolution, and regulatory enforcement processes in a reputable Australian law firm or in-house.
- Demonstrated success in managing complex, high-stakes legal matters and achieving commercially sound outcomes.
- Experience representing organisations in contentious matters with reputational, financial, or operational impact.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex legal concepts.
If you're ready to ‘light the way' towards your next career move, click the 'Apply' button to submit a confidential application. Applications close Tuesday 28 April 2026.
Why Us?
EnergyAustralia is a place where all employees are genuinely valued, supported, and free to be themselves — because we believe that’s when we’re at our best.
We embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from the LGBTQ+ community.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Employee discounts on electricity and gas, plus savings on major brands and products
- 20 weeks’ paid parental leave – completely gender-equal
- Energise Program – flexible working that’s team-centric, enabling teams to agree and succeed together
- Performance recognition and incentive programmes – tailored to different roles and teams to reward great work throughout the year
- Supportive leaders and a down-to-earth culture where you can be your authentic self