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

Robust 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.

📌 Deputy General Counsel Commercial Law (Perth County)
🏢 Department of Energy and Economic Diversification
📍 Perth County