Australian Energy Market Commission,Regulatory and Corporate Lawyer Jobs in Australia

Leading
source of advice to Governments on energy market development
Challenging
and interesting roles in energy policy and economic analysis
Collegiate
and professional organisation

Who we
are

The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC)
is the rule maker and developer for Australian Energy markets. As a
national independent body, we make and amend the detailed electricity, gas and
re

tail rules for national energy markets. We also provide strategic and
operational advice to the Council of Australian Governments Energy
Council. We are seeking outstanding legal staff to supplement our
existing team of 70.

To fit the bill at AEMC you must embody our
values of Leadership, Engagement and Integrity. Highly driven with exceptional
judgement, attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication
skills you will work with a variety of stakeholders to prepare exceptional
reports and advice within specified timeframes.

As part of our team you can enjoy working in our
spacious offices in the heart of the city opposite the stunning Hyde Park and
close to public transport. Our building services offer state of the art bike
facilities, shower and pamper amenities and a concierge offering.

An opportunity exists for an experienced
lawyer to join our in-house legal team. It will be a broad role
and will involve providing legal services to the Commission, senior
management, corporate and project teams.

What you’ll be doing

Responsibilities in this challenging role will
include:

Drafting
amendments to the national energy rules;
Providing
legal advice, facilitating consideration and understanding of
options and legal implications on policy matters to inform decision
making;
Statutory
interpretation
Conducting
legal reviews of briefings and decision making documents for the
Commission to ensure legally compliant outcomes; and
Undertaking
compliance tasks and corporate legal work to support the governance and
operation of the AEMC.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for candidates with:

A
current NSW practicing certificate (or appropriate eligibility);
At
least 3 years’ post admission experience preferably in a role advising on
statutory interpretation, administrative law and governance matters;
Demonstrated
knowledge of, or an interest and willingness to acquire knowledge about
the national energy markets;
Demonstrated
written and oral communication skills;
Judgment,
flexibility and foresight with a strong service orientation;
The
ability to work well in a close team environment; and
Demonstrated
analytical skills with an ability to understand complex subject matters
quickly.