Join a leading Australian engineering and construction business delivering major projects across energy, renewables, mining and infrastructure sectors. Grow your in-house career with a leading engineering and construction business. Energy, renewables and major projects focus. CBD location with direct executive exposure.

About the Company

We are working with a leading Australian-owned engineering and construction business with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across the energy, renewables, resources and infrastructure sectors. With operations across Australia and internationally, the company has established itself as a trusted partner on major projects through its integrated engineering, construction and project delivery capabilities.

The business is experiencing continued growth, particularly within the energy and renewables sector, and offers a dynamic and commercially focused workplace for lawyers looking to build a successful in-house career.

Role

Reporting to a highly regarded General Counsel and partnering closely with senior leaders across the business, this is a broad in-house role offering significant exposure to major projects and strategic commercial matters. Based in Adelaide, you will work across a growing portfolio of energy and renewable projects, advising on matters including project development, EPC and construction contracts, procurement and supply arrangements, corporate and commercial transactions, regulatory issues, disputes and general commercial advice.





This is a hands‑on role that will see you working directly with operational stakeholders and executives, providing commercially focused legal advice and becoming a trusted adviser to the business. You will gain valuable exposure to the full lifecycle of major projects while developing a deep understanding of the commercial drivers behind project delivery.

Benefits

This position offers a rare combination of high‑quality legal work, genuine commercial involvement and direct exposure to key decision‑makers. You will be involved in significant projects shaping Australia’s energy and renewables landscape while enjoying the support and mentoring of an experienced legal team.

The role presents an excellent opportunity for a lawyer looking to build a long‑term in‑house career within a growing and entrepreneurial business operating at the forefront of the energy transition. Conveniently located in Adelaide, the position offers easy access and a collaborative, business‑facing environment.

Qualifications

We are interested in lawyers with 2-7 years’ PQE gained in a quality law firm or in‑house environment. Experience in projects, construction, energy, infrastructure, or resources will be highly regarded.

You will possess strong technical and drafting skills, commercial acumen and the confidence to engage directly with stakeholders at all levels. Most importantly, you will be proactive, adaptable and keen to become an integral part of a successful and growing business.

To Apply

To apply for this role email a copy of your CV to Paul Burgess at or for a confidential conversation call Paul on .

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📌 Legal Counsel – Energy & Renewables (Adelaide)
🏢 Burgess Paluch
📍 Adelaide