Corporate Counsel
2 weeks ago
Work autonomously, alongside senior counsel, across a diverse, rapidly growing business.
Apply your legal expertise to enable a more sustainable, electrified future.
Are you ready to play a key role in shaping New Zealand's energy landscape? Bring your legal expertise and strategic mindset to Transpower, where you'll help power the future by supporting a more electrified, low-carbon economy.
Who We Are At Transpower, we keep New Zealand's lights on—literally.
As the backbone of the electricity sector, we ensure 24/7 power transmission, driving the economy and supporting communities nationwide.
With an urgent focus on accelerated electrification, we're enabling a cleaner, more sustainable future for generations to come.
The Role As Corporate Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in providing strategic legal guidance across our dynamic organisation.
This fixed term parental leave cover role offers a wide range of interesting work including: Advise on a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters, working with stakeholders including electricity generators, distribution networks, regulators, service partners, and suppliers.
Work alongside executive leaders and business functions, supporting decision-making with clear, commercially astute legal advice.
Use your analytical skills to anticipate legal and regulatory impacts in a rapidly evolving industry.
Navigate complex contractual, compliance and operational challenges with confidence and clarity.
This role offers the perfect blend of autonomy and collaboration—you'll be a trusted advisor, supported by experienced counsel and working closely with Transpower's operational, planning and business support teams, contributing to shaping the strategic direction of a business at the forefront of New Zealand's energy transformation.
What You'll Bring We're looking for a proactive, strategic thinker who thrives in a dynamic environment.
To succeed in this role, you'll need: An LLB with 5-8+ years' experience in a law firm or in-house corporate legal team.
A current New Zealand Law Society practising certificate (or eligible to hold and maintain a practicing certificate).
Experience in New Zealand law, ideally within large, commercially oriented and/or regulated businesses (revenue $500 M+).
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills—you know when legal input is needed and how to deliver practical, effective solutions.
The ability to distil complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice, both in writing and verbally.
Expertise in contract negotiation and drafting, with a sharp eye for risk assessment.
Why Join Us?At Transpower, you'll be part of a supportive, high-calibre legal team that values collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives.
You'll work on projects that genuinely impact New Zealand's energy future, in an organisation that offers flexibility, growth, and a strong sense of purpose.
Are you ready to make a real impact? Apply now and be part of the team powering New Zealand's future.
Why Transpower?Our Strategy, Regulatory and Governance group works together to share their experience and diversity of thought to enable great business outcomes and our country's sustainable energy future.
We offer and accommodate hybrid work with expected three days per week in one of our offices and are open to candidates seeking to work part time.
Role closes Tuesday 25th March.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and initial conversations may take place prior to the close date to assist with shortlisting.
Please note that existing eligibility to work in New Zealand is required.
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