Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert:Shape solutions for a diverse and highly regulated business portfolioGreat opportunity to apply your legal expertise in a collaborative environmentPermanent Opportunity | Melbourne basedDelivering good energy starts from withinIt’s an exciting time to join Origin. Creating a great place to work means together we’re progressing our ambition to lead the energy transition through cleaner energy and customer solutions. We’re always looking for better ways to deliver for our customers – and for our people.About the roleOrigin’s legal team delivers comprehensive legal services across our dynamic and diverse operations. We are seeking a skilled lawyer with strong expertise in consumer law, regulatory investigations and disputes, and litigation to support our retail division. The role also offers exposure to broader commercial challenges in a highly regulated industry, encompassing retail energy, telecommunications, and other innovative energy solutions.Key Responsibilities:Providing expert legal guidance to business units on consumer law, regulatory compliance, and general contract law.Advising on litigation and supporting regulatory investigations and disputes effectively.Drafting and negotiating agreements for various energy and technology offerings for individual and small business customers.Collaborating with external legal counsel to ensure high-quality, value-focused advice.Developing deep business knowledge to identify opportunities for adding value while mitigating risk.Educating and training internal teams on regulatory requirements to promote compliant operations.What will you bring?As an Australian-admitted lawyer, you have:5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) or you bring prior in-house legal experience.Extensive knowledge and demonstrated application of consumer law, including its relevance to marketing and retail activities.Experience in litigation, regulatory investigations, and disputes, with a commercial approach to problem-solving.A proven track record of navigating legal complexities in highly regulated industries (energy or telecommunications preferred but not essential).Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.A strategic mindset, the ability to tackle novel legal challenges, and strong influencing and communication skills tailored to various audiences.Why choose Origin?Competitive salary, annual performance bonuses, and performance-based reviews.Discounts on Origin energy products, including electricity, gas, and internet.Access to Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) subscription with flexible plans.Free and confidential employee counselling services for staff and their families.Be part of a high-energy team where your work contributes to a sustainable future!Origin - Where good change happensAt Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.
#J-18808-Ljbffr