About the role

Band 5 - Salary range $104,284 - $147,238 per annum (plus super)

This is an exciting, fixed term opportunity to join our legal team at a pivotal time in the energy industry!

Working in a Corporate Counsel role at TasNetworks you will provide legal support to the business, helping drive impactful decisions and ensuring alignment with both business and legal requirements.

Joining a professional and dynamic team, your role will involve:

• Providing high quality, efficient and effective independent legal advice on a wide range of issues in the business in relation to day-to-day operations, with a particular focus on general commercial, energy regulation and compliance matters;
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders;
• Supporting the knowledge sharing and capability uplift within the Legal Services team and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

About you

You will have a commercial, pragmatic and flexible approach to the delivery of legal services, with proven experience in general commercial law.

Operating in a dynamic and complex business environment, you will have a demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate and communicate with a range of stakeholders, and show innovation and assume responsibility in making informed decisions for your area. An understanding of the regulatory framework in which TasNetworks operates will also enable you to deliver effectively.

You will also have an ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively with a high level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to ethical conduct.

You will bring a tertiary qualification in law, holding a current legal practising certificate. A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a legal practitioner is highly desirable.

This role offers a fabulous career opportunity to gain exposure and expertise in the energy industry (a career sidestep or secondment perhaps?). If you want to be part of a dynamic, close knit and progressive Legal Services team, and contribute to renewable energy in our beautiful State, please forward your application today!

What's on offer

This is a fixed term (12 month) contract opportunity, based at our office in Lenah Valley, with opportunity for flexible working arrangements for the preferred candidate.

At TasNetworks we want to power a bright future for our people, our community and our customers. We offer a supportive work environment where safety is at the heart of everything we do.

As an “employer of choice” we have endless stories about how amazing it is to work at TasNetworks. In addition to the great culture and support, we offer excellent employee benefits including:

• Great professional development opportunities (we have a contemporary A&D Team)
• Flexible work arrangements (we really mean it)
• Paid volunteer days (we strive to give back to the community)
• Free onsite parking (It all adds up)
• Onsite gyms (or gym rebate if unavailable) (you know, work/life balance)
• All the equipment you'll need to be successful (modern tools of trade are a must)
• We look at innovative ways to bring the best people to TasNetworks

We are proud to be work180 accredited, check us out here.

How to apply

Please ensure you attach a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience are aligned with this role, and a current resume. For more information about this opportunity and to acquire a position description, please click here.

Applications close 11:59pm Tuesday 26th November 2024, however, we will be reviewing applications upon receipt and may commence our recruitment process prior to the closing date.

For further information about the role, please contact Susan Gough – Head of Legal Services – susan.gough@tasnetworks.com.au

TasNetworks is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to responding to every applicant. We encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature aged people.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role. Successful applicants will undergo necessary pre-employment checks.

About Us

At TasNetworks, we are proud to be the leading provider of electricity transmission and distribution services in Tasmania. With our unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction, we deliver a superior electricity supply to over 285,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Our core values and forward-thinking approach make us the trusted brand for all your energy needs.

By joining TasNetworks, you will experience the difference of a company that puts customers first, values safety above all, unifies in the face of challenges, and embraces diversity and forward thinking. Together, we are powering a bright future for Tasmania.