u&u Recruitment Partners are pleased to be assisting a global renewable energy (solar power, wind and energy storage projects) client as they look to hire a Senior Construction lawyer (Senior Legal Counsel level) on a contracting, daily rate basis. Extension until the end of 2026, at least.

Sydney location is preferred.

Role responsibilities will include:

• Draft and negotiate EPC, O&M, equipment procurement and related ancillary documents for utility-scale solar projects;

• Support project financing and asset management arrangements, including reviewing and amending key agreements;

• Conduct contract reviews and due diligence for project and asset acquisitions;

• Develop and streamline legal processes for contract negotiation and administration;

• Review and finalise NDAs, master services and supply agreements;

• Partner with development, construction, finance and asset management teams to provide practical legal advice and training; and

• Ensure compliance with internal governance and approval frameworks.

You will work with the APAC legal team and work closely with colleagues in London, Spain, Italy, the US and Brazil. A significant pipeline of projects are scheduled for contracting this year, offering substantial exposure to complex, renewable energy developments and the opportunity to play a key role in delivering landmark projects to financial close and construction.
 
How to Apply:

For more information or a confidential discussion please call Matt Brown at u&u on 0438 505 280 or email matt.brown&uandu.com quoting reference number 44365. We look forward to receiving your application and assisting you with your job search.
 
At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
 
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