Senior Legal Counsel - Employment Law
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CleanCo seeks a Senior Legal Counsel Employment Law in Brisbane to provide strategic advice on industrial relations, workplace investigations, policy and compliance, and enterprise bargaining, with mentoring responsibilities across the business. Bring 8+ years' post-qualification experience in employment law, a Bachelor of Laws and an unrestricted Queensland Practising Certificate, plus strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills and a pragmatic, commercially minded approach in a fast paced environment. The role supports CleanCo’s mission to deliver Queensland’s clean energy future, backed by a supportive, inclusive culture and flexible options. Apply early, tailor your CV to highlight ER/IR impact and align with CleanCo values; applications close 17 July 2026.
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CleanCo is a low-emission energy generator and retailer backed by the Queensland Government. We empower our customers to make the transition to safe, reliable, low-emission energy through innovation, collaboration and operational excellence.
Our values guide everything we do: we are genuine, courageous, collaborative and curious.
Our diverse and capable team work together to deliver reliable energy solutions for customers and communities across Queensland. Our aim is to cultivate a thriving, connected team of people who are proud to be part of CleanCo’s mission.
We are recognised as an Employer of Choice by Work180. We welcome applications from women, neurodivergent individuals, people with disabilities, First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Adjustments to the recruitment process are available on request.
What you'll contribute to
As Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide strategic legal advice that supports fair, compliant, and effective people practices. Reporting to the Legal Manager, this senior role will provide strategic legal advice and support primarily to our People & Culture (P&C) team.
This is a dynamic and high-impact opportunity to shape and safeguard the legal framework underpinning our people practices. The permanent, full time role based in Brisbane will focus on industrial relations and employment matters, workplace investigations, policy and compliance, and supporting enterprise agreement negotiations. You’ll play a critical role in enabling a positive and compliant workplace culture, contributing to CleanCo’s broader mission of delivering Queensland’s clean energy future.
In addition to P&C matters, this role may support other parts of the business, including procurement, governance, and general commercial matters. You will also mentor junior legal staff and contribute to continuous improvement within the Legal & Risk function.
On your first day we expect you to have:
• 8+ years post-qualification legal experience in a top-tier law firm or in-house environment, with a strong background in employment and industrial relations law and strategy
• A Bachelor of Laws and an unrestricted QLD Practising Certificate (or eligibility to obtain one immediately)
• Proven experience advising on workplace law, enterprise bargaining, workplace investigations, and employment contracting and disputes
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to deliver pragmatic, commercially minded legal advice in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for contributing to impactful projects that support a clean energy future
• A passion to be part of something bigger than yourself, that contributes to the delivery of a clean energy future crafted in Queensland.
What you will find here
• The opportunity to contribute to Queensland’s clean energy future and see the real-world impact of your work
• A supportive environment that embraces change and encourages continuous learning
• Space to take ownership, backed by trust and accountability
• Open, respectful communication where diverse perspectives are valued
• A collaborative culture focused on shared success and meaningful outcomes
What we offer you
• A progressive and inclusive culture where people feel safe, connected and seen.
• Option to purchase additional leave.
• Discounted health insurance, Fitness Passport and wellbeing support programs.
• Salary sacrificing options.