8 hours ago
Compensation
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Key requirements
At least five years’ post‑admission experience Demonstrated experience at Senior Lawyer level in one or more of mining, oil and gas, renewable energy or native title, within an Australian or overseas law firm Strong drafting and negotiation skills Proven ability to build trusted client relationships
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HopgoodGanim is seeking a Senior Lawyer with 5+ years of PQE to join their Resources and Energy team in Perth. This role is ideal for an experienced lawyer looking to advise on complex matters within the energy sector, working with mid to large Australian clients.
What you'll do
- Work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team advising across mining, oil and gas, renewable energy and native title
- Advise on mining company acquisitions and divestments, due diligence, farm-in, joint ventures, split commodity and royalty agreements, land access, native title and heritage negotiations
- Advise on upstream and midstream oil & gas projects, including project development, joint ventures and long-term commercial arrangements
- Support decarbonisation projects for companies reducing emissions
- Advise on renewable energy matters, including utility‑scale developments, BESS, and green development projects for traditional owner groups
- Mentor junior lawyers
What we're looking for
At least five years’ post‑admission experience
Demonstrated experience at Senior Lawyer level in one or more of mining, oil and gas, renewable energy or native title, within an Australian or overseas law firm
Strong drafting and negotiation skills
Proven ability to build trusted client relationships
A collaborative, team‑oriented mindset
A genuine motivation to expand your knowledge and expertise, with the flexibility to engage across new work areas· nice to have
Ability to lead discrete project components and deliver high‑quality client outcomes· nice to have
Commitment to mentoring and supporting junior lawyers· nice to have
Benefits
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Dedicated learning & development programs for all employees
Realistic billable targets for legal practitioners
Practitioner performance and new client incentives
A dedicated in-house business development team to build your external profile
Pathways to Partnership program for legal practitioners
Clear annual review and promotion cycle
Onsite gym and end-of-trip facilities
Access to paid parental leave (up to 20 weeks for eligible employees)
Paid fertility leave
Paid birthday leave
Mid-year and end-of-year team celebrations
Employee assistance program and wellbeing initiatives
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Senior Lawyer - Resources and Energy
HopgoodGanim · Perth
Perth