Deputy General Counsel Commercial Law

Department of Energy and Economic Diversification

Lead complex commercial law advice for DEED while supporting Western Australia’s energy transition through sound judgement and negotiation. This is a permanent, full-time vacancy.

As Deputy General Counsel, you will advise the Minister, Director General, General Counsel and senior executives. You will lead legal advice on commercial matters, negotiate complex agreements and draft legal documents. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will supervise legal officers, manage performance and support development.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise senior leaders on complex and sensitive legal matters
Lead legal advice on departmental commercial matters
Negotiate complex agreements on DEED’s behalf
Supervise legal officers and direct their work
Help set priorities and manage legal risks

Requirements:

Substantial in-house legal counsel experience
Strong commercial or contract law knowledge
Experience interpreting legislation and drafting legal documents
Ability to provide complex legal advice
Sound knowledge of parliamentary and legislative processes

Use commercial law, statutory interpretation and leadership skills to guide DEED’s legal services and support departmental decision-making.

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