Corporate Lawyer

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey. Introductory Highlights Interesting and engaging projects within our Energy and Renewables sector. Shape Australia's energy future with high-impact legal work. Brisbane or Sydney location | Permanent Opportunitybased The role We’re looking for a Corporate Lawyer – Commercial to join our high-performing Legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact across Origin’s Energy Supply & Operations business, with a particular focus on the LPG, Wholesale Gas and Coal and Commercial Transactions portfolios. You will provide legal guidance that drives meaningful commercial outcomes. Responsibilities: Advise on and negotiate commercial contracts including MOUs, LPG commercial contracts, wholesale gas and coal supply and transport agreements and other commercial transactions Support Origin’s participation in key energy market initiatives for Origin’s generation and storage assets such as capacity investment schemes and renewable energy initiatives. Partner with business leaders to manage legal risk, deliver strategic advice, and ensure Origin continues to meet its operational and sustainability goals. Work collaboratively across Origin’s legal team to deliver practical, commercial solutions that make a difference. What will you bring? To be considered, you will be an Australian qualified & admitted lawyer, with minimum 6+ years PQE and a current practising certificate. You will have excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. With the capacity to work autonomously, yet collegiately within a team. You will also have or can demonstrate: Strong commercial contracts experience — ideally in energy, resources, or major projects. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills. A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities. So why join us? 20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options. Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth. Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport. Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually. Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community. Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee. Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions. Origin - Where good change happens At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change. We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. Here’s a little about us: Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing. Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr