Senior Legal Counsel

CleanCo is a low-emission energy generator and retailer backed by the Queensland Government. We empower our customers to make the transition to safe, reliable, low-emission energy through innovation, collaboration and operational excellence.

Our values guide everything we do: we are genuine, courageous, collaborative and curious.

Our diverse and capable team work together to deliver reliable energy solutions for customers and communities across Queensland. Our aim is to cultivate a thriving, connected team of people who are proud to be part of CleanCo’s mission.

We are recognised as an Employer of Choice by Work180. We welcome applications from women, neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available on request. 

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide pragmatic legal and commercial advice across CleanCo’s major infrastructure, construction and energy projects. This includes supporting large-scale project delivery, procurement, maintenance programs and outages, while partnering closely with leaders and delivery teams. 

You will:

• Deliver practical legal advice across construction, procurement, commercial and project matters
• Support major infrastructure projects including generation assets and gas-related projects
• Draft, review and negotiate complex contracts aligned to CleanCo’s risk framework
• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, balancing legal risk with commercial outcomes
• Collaborate with external legal advisors and manage matters efficiently
• Mentor and support junior lawyers within the Legal & Governance team 

This role is full-time, permanent and based in Brisbane with a standard hybrid work model. Occasional site visits may be required. 

• Admission as a lawyer in Queensland with an unrestricted practising certificate
• 7+ years post-qualification experience in-house or in a large law firm
• Experience supporting infrastructure, construction or major projects
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation capability
• Ability to provide clear legal advice in written, verbal or preferred formats
• A practical, commercial mindset and comfort working across diverse matters 

• The opportunity to contribute to Queensland’s clean energy future and see the real-world impact of your work
• A supportive environment that embraces change and encourages continuous learning
• Space to take ownership, backed by trust and accountability
• Open, respectful communication where diverse perspectives are valued
• A collaborative culture focused on shared success and meaningful outcomes

At CleanCo, you don’t just contribute to Queensland’s energy future – you’re supported to power your own.

Our benefits support balance, wellbeing and career development at every stage of life, including:

• Genuine flexible work options via our hybrid working model where role requirements allow
• A progressive and inclusive culture where people feel safe, connected and seen
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport and wellbeing support programs
• Salary sacrificing options

We’d love to hear from you sooner rather than later. Applications close on 14/05/2026, but we sometimes find our person before then.

Our Talent team reviews every application and if we think you could be a great fit, we’ll be in touch for a friendly chat. If things click, we’ll move you through to interviews from there.

Even if we are not currently advertising the position that you are looking for today, we may be tomorrow. Keep up-to-date with new opportunities as they happen by following us on LinkedIn or registering for our Talent Community via our careers page.