Role Snapshot Support legal and governance functions across corporate, board and regulatory frameworks Advise on statutory obligations, delegations, policies and director responsibilities Contribute to continuous improvement of governance systems and practices Join a major energy business during a period of strategic transformation About the Company D’Arcy Weil is supporting our client, a leading energy provider with a significant presence in Queensland. As a vertically integrated business with generation, trading and development capabilities, the organisation is committed to delivering reliable energy while contributing to the state’s long-term transition objectives. The Legal & Governance team plays a central role in ensuring compliance, transparency and board-level effectiveness across the business. They are seeking a governance-focused Legal Counsel to support the organisation’s legal obligations, risk oversight, internal policies and regulatory frameworks. The Role This role focuses on legal and governance support for corporate, board, and organisational frameworks. You will provide advice and documentation to assist with statutory compliance, board and committee delegations, policy settings, and director obligations. Working closely with the General Counsel and Company Secretary, you’ll contribute to maintaining and enhancing internal governance systems, support legal responses to disclosure requests, and engage with internal stakeholders on policy and compliance issues. You’ll also help align the business with evolving regulatory requirements and best practice standards. Key Responsibilities Provide legal advice on corporate governance, board obligations, and statutory requirements Draft and review board charters, committee terms of reference, and internal governance policies Support the Company Secretary on board operations and director-related matters Assist with Right to Information (RTI) requests and disclosure obligations Monitor and advise on regulatory changes affecting governance and risk Contribute to governance reviews and compliance improvement initiatives Liaise with external legal advisers and relevant regulatory stakeholders Support internal training on governance responsibilities and legal obligations Skills and Experience Bachelor of Laws and current Australian practising certificate 4–8 years’ post-qualification experience with a focus on governance or regulatory advisory Demonstrated experience supporting board operations or corporate legal functions Familiarity with delegations, director obligations and statutory compliance Strong drafting, documentation and stakeholder management skills Experience working within or advising regulated or complex organisations Sound judgement, discretion and attention to detail Strong alignment with organisational integrity and governance best practice What’s on Offer Competitive salary with full benefits Flexible hybrid work model based in Brisbane Exposure to executive and board-level governance matters Collaborative team environment within a leading energy organisation Career growth in legal, regulatory and governance advisory functions Ongoing training and professional development opportunities To explore this opportunity, please submit your CV and a brief cover note online outlining your: Experience in corporate governance, board advisory or compliance frameworks Familiarity with statutory obligations, delegations, and director responsibilities Legal support across policy, regulatory or organisational risk settings For further information or a confidential discussion, contact: Ivan Pignataro Director D’Arcy Weil M: 0416 507 856 E: ivan@darcyweil.com legalcounsel corporategovernance boardadvisory compliancelaw regulatoryframeworks brisbanelawjobs energysector companysecretary rtirequests legalcareers darcyweil
