Corporate Commercial Lawyer

We are seeking an experienced corporate commercial lawyer to join our flexible legal resourcing platform on a three-month, full-time hybrid engagement based in Brisbane. This role supports a leading energy organisation, where you will provide practical legal advice across a range of operational and strategic matters.

Working alongside senior lawyers and business stakeholders, you will handle commercial agreements, contract negotiations, and land-related arrangements, with a focus on renewable energy and infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, project-driven environment while enjoying the flexibility of a consultant model backed by a global firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and project-related contracts.
• Provide legal advice on corporate and commercial matters, balancing risk with commercial objectives.
• Support land agreements, including leases, licences, easements, and access arrangements.
• Advise on property law principles and land access considerations relevant to energy and infrastructure projects.
• Conduct legal research and analyse regulatory developments to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with project teams and business stakeholders throughout project development and delivery.
• Prepare legal advice, agreements, correspondence, and governance documentation.

Candidate Profile

You are an experienced corporate commercial lawyer with at least three years of post-qualification experience gained in private practice or in-house within a large organisation. You bring strong drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, and you thrive in a flexible, fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years' PQE in corporate commercial law.
• Current Australian practising certificate.
• Right to live and work in Australia.
• Demonstrated experience in renewable energy or infrastructure projects (highly regarded).
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with senior lawyers and business teams.

• Minimum 3 years' PQE as a corporate commercial lawyer.
• Current Australian practising certificate.
• Right to live and work in Australia.
• Experience in a private practice or in-house legal team within a large organisation.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and contract review skills.
• Experience with land agreements (leases, licences, easements) and property law principles.
• Knowledge of renewable energy or infrastructure projects is highly regarded.
• Ability to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.