As Legal Counsel, you will negotiate high-value contracts for energy storage projects, aligning legal strategies with business goals and managing project lifecycles.
About Fluence: Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.
Our Culture
At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.
Unleash Voices
We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.
Customer Fluent
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.
Infinite Impact
We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.
All In
We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Join Fluence, a global leader in energy storage products, services, and digital applications, and play a key role in shaping Australia’s clean energy future. As Legal Counsel (Australia), you’ll be part of a collaborative and high-impact legal team supporting battery storage projects across Australia and Asia.
What you'll do:
- Be at the frontline, negotiating and delivering complex EPC contracts, service agreements, and supply contracts that enable the deployment of Fluence’s BESS solutions
- Lead negotiations on high-value construction, services, equipment sales, subcontracts, and procurement agreements across Australia and Asia
- Serve as a key interface between technical, commercial, and legal teams—translating business priorities into robust contracts
- Support the full project lifecycle—from preparing commercial offers and RFP responses to contract close-out and project delivery
- Contribute to Fluence’s global legal strategy through the development and refinement of contract templates and risk standards
What you'll bring:
- 5–8 years' legal experience in the construction, infrastructure, or energy sectors—experience with utility-scale renewable energy or storage projects is a strong advantage
- A commercial mindset, with the ability to align legal outcomes with business objectives and risk considerations
- Proven ability to manage complex contract negotiations, including EPC agreements and project claims
- A willingness to lead negotiations—you feel confident engaging directly with customers and suppliers
- Strong commercial judgment and relationship-building skills—you know when to hold firm and when to seek compromise
- Proactive, curious, and able to balance competing priorities while keeping sight of the overall goal
This role is based in Sydney or Melbourne, with some regular business travel expected.
Why Join Fluence? A Range of Benefits to Support Your Well-being and Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options to support your lifestyle
- Generous Paid Parental Leave, empowering you to balance family and work (eligible employees only)
- Mobile phone allowance for staying connected with ease
- Opportunities to benefit from performance-based bonus schemes, celebrating your contributions
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support for both personal and professional growth
- A collaborative and innovative work environment designed to nurture your success and personal growth
Fluence is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has equal opportunities.
At Fluence, we value diverse perspectives and experiences that bring fresh ideas and creativity to our team. Research shows that women and individuals from underrepresented backgrounds may hesitate to apply for a role if they don’t meet 100% of the requirements. If this role excites you, we strongly encourage you to apply—you could be just the right addition to our team!
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply, as we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates and respects First Nations cultures, knowledge, and perspectives
Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.
Top Skills
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