Legal Counsel Regulatory & Disputes

About Woodside

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role

The position presents an exceptional opportunity for a lawyer to join the legal team of one of Australia's leading listed companies.

Working within the Perth-based legal team, you would provide internal legal support for a range of topics including environment, health and safety and regulatory approvals. You would also provide legal support in relation to disputes and contentious matters.

We are interested in hearing from lawyers with experience in one or more of these areas. Experience in all areas is not required.

Please note this role is offered as a 12 month Parental Leave coverage.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide commercial-focussed, pragmatic legal advice and assistance to relevant stakeholder groups who manage environment, health and safety and regulatory approvals.
• Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with environment, health and safety and regulatory approvals.
• Assist the company to manage disputes, litigation and other contentious matters.
• Provide general corporate and commercial legal advice.

We are interested in hearing from lawyers with the core skills and experience set out below.

Skills and Experience

• Admitted as a lawyer to practise in an Australian jurisdiction. Please clearly state in your application the year and jurisdiction in which you were admitted. 
• Appropriately qualified with relevant tertiary qualifications (law degree) with relevant professional experience. Experience in one or more of the above areas is preferable.
• Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• Negotiation and influencing skills, including confident interaction with senior-level stakeholders.
• Ability to build and foster positive relationships and networks.
• Ability to work independently, prioritise and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Recognition and Reward

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
• Industry-leading 18 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
• Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST onFriday 20th February 2026.

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.