Legal Counsel (m/w/d) - Immobilien / Erneuerbare Energien

Job Description

Goldwind Australia is a leading renewable energy solutions provider, having installed more than 1.5 GW of renewable energy across Australia. Goldwind established in Australia in 2009 to deliver solutions to the Australian and New Zealand renewable energy markets.

With "innovating for a brighter tomorrow" as our mission, Goldwind is a leader in providing clean energy, energy conservation, and environmental protection solutions, contributing 100 GW of sustainable energy solutions globally. Goldwind operates on 6 continents in 38 countries and has more than 10,000 employees.

The reason for this role

The Legal Counsel - Property is accountable to the Deputy Head of Legal Goldwind Australia for the management of the provision of legal, risk and advice, to support Goldwind's property transactions and portfolio. This also includes the provision of internal advice and managing external firms.

The role will work collaboratively with the wider business to ensure that the operations of Goldwind are conducted within the limits prescribed by law and Goldwind's rights are protected through the provision of sound legal advice and guidance.

What you will be doing?

• You will be a key strategic member and advisor to Goldwind Australia and the executive members.
• Negotiate, draft, advise on and settle a broad range of property and joint venture transactions for Goldwind's core development business and service teams growing property requirements.
• Attend contract discussions and negotiations with stakeholders / landowners / customers / suppliers as required.
• Co-ordinate and oversee external law firms providing technical and dispute advice.
• Manage & resolve property disputes with landowners through mediation or litigation.

What does your background look like?

• Degree qualification in Law.
• Current practising certificate in Australia.
• 2 - 5 years (+) post-qualification experience in either a private practice or an in-house role.
• Demonstrated legal and commercial experience in managing and negotiating property transactions within the energy and/or infrastructure sector.
• Strong stakeholder management and a high level of relationship building skills.
• Ability to foster and maintain a strong team ethic and culture of continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package and benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the renewable energy industry.
• Exposure to diverse projects and collaboration with experienced professionals.
• Involvement in sustainable initiatives contributing to global climate goals.

Goldwind Australia offers all their employee's excellent benefits, career development pathways, support and ongoing training. As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to have created a culture and work environment that values diversity and flexibility - and champions inclusion.