Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Perth Based Full Time Position

Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

About the Role:

Reporting to the General Counsel, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal expertise and support to Talison Lithium across all aspects of its business. This includes matters related to contractual, property, employment, regulatory and commercial issues. The role also involves providing strategic legal advice, contract drafting, and negotiation in collaboration with the General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel to support Talison Lithium’s projects and operations.

Responsibilities include:

• supporting the Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel on strategic initiatives and legal projects;
• advising on legal responsibilities, disputes, and regulatory compliance across Talison’s operations;
• drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of contracts including procurement, construction, consultancy, and confidentiality agreements;
• monitoring legislative changes impacting the business, providing legal input into risk management processes and developing legal strategies;
• developing and updating policies and procedures in response to legislative or business changes; and
• engaging and managing external legal counsel when specialist advice is required.

About the Candidate:

• holds a tertiary law degree from a common law jurisdiction and a minimum of 5 years PQE, ideally with experience in commercial, property, employment, environment, construction or resources law;
• admitted to practice in Australia and eligible for a WA practicing certificate;
• advanced drafting, negotiation, and communication skills;
• strong commercial acumen;
• proven ability to manage competing priorities, with a strong work ethic and a demonstrated capacity for independence and initiative;
• capable of building effective relationships and navigate complex stakeholder environments; and
• aligns with Talison’s values and consistently acts with integrity.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• flexible working environment;
• income protection insurance;
• life Insurance for employees under the company superannuation plan;
• attractive parental leave policy;
• salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and

About Talison Lithium:

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a diverse workforce:

Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.

How to Apply:

Please apply for this vacancy by including your Resume and Cover Letter with your application, on our Talison Careers portal.

This portal is accessible via all Talison Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn, and directly at jobs.talisonlithium.com

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.