Senior Commercial Advisor

• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus 
• A great high energy team that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work! 
• Brisbane based

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the role

We're looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Advisor to join our team to support the Commercial Lead in two key areas essential for preserving and growing the value of APLNG assets. You'll drive the development and implementation of commercially focused strategies designed to protect asset value in high-stakes environments, particularly those involving litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution. Additionally, you be instrumental in the identification, development, and execution of business development opportunities that enhance the long-term commercial value of our asset portfolio.

More about the role:

• Assist the Commercial Lead in developing and implementing commercially driven strategies for disputes, litigation, and arbitration.
• Lead the provision of day-to-day commercial support for litigation matters, ensuring strategic alignment and effective coordination across internal and external Legal teams, Finance, Operational Joint Venture (Op JV) partners, and external auditors. This includes managing complex commercial inputs, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and supporting risk mitigation and governance processes.
• Conduct commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making and risk assessment for business development opportunities.
• Develop initiatives aimed at preserving and enhancing the value of APLNG assets.
• Identify commercial opportunities and risks across the asset portfolio.
• Provide advice on the development of commercial frameworks and models that underpin strategic growth.

What will you bring?

You will role model Origin’s values, be self-driven, with ability to be proactive and take initiative. A team player with ability to work collaboratively with a broad range of people across levels, building positive, productive working relationships.

More about you 

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with the ability to work effectively in dynamic environments.
• Clear and concise communicator with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented, with a focus on delivering value

Desirable requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Economics, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience in commercial advisory or legal roles, ideally within the energy, infrastructure, or resources sectors.
• Exposure to matters involving litigation, arbitration, or complex disputes (in a commercial capacity) and commercial transactions.
• Understanding of joint venture structures and asset management principles.

So, why join us?

• Discounted Origin product benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers!
• Flexible working environment
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance-based reviews
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work!

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse. 
 

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you. 

Here's a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.