General Counsel- Energy & Infrastructure, Sydney based- 9 Month FTC

Beacon Legal Connect is working with a growing business in the energy and infrastructure sector seeking an experienced General Counsel for a 9 month fixed term contract, commencing in late January 2027. This is a broad, hands-on leadership role combining strategic legal advice, corporate governance and commercial support across a portfolio of major projects.

The Role

- Providing strategic legal and commercial advice to senior executives and the Board.
- Overseeing corporate governance, Board reporting and company secretarial matters.
- Advising on project development, construction, financing and commercial agreements.
- Managing legal and regulatory risk, compliance and external advisers.
- Supporting key business initiatives and strategic transactions.

About You

- Experienced senior lawyer with a robust corporate, commercial, energy or infrastructure background.




- Exposure to governance, Board advisory and company secretarial responsibilities.
- Experience across major projects, development or financing advantageous.
- Commercially minded, pragmatic and comfortable operating autonomously.

Previous leadership experience would be advantageous, although strong senior in-house lawyers looking to step into a broader role are encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

- 9 month fixed-term contract commencing late January 2027.
- Sydney-based, five days per week in the office.
- Broad leadership remit with significant executive and Board exposure.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Charlotte Everett at [email protected] or apply directly.

📌 General Counsel (Sydney)
🏢 Beacon Legal
📍 Sydney