Who we are
Paladin Energy is a global uranium producer with scale and growth. We have a multi-decade production and growth pipeline, operating in the world’s premier uranium jurisdictions – Namibia, Canada and Australia.
Our company is growing and this means there are great career opportunities for motivated individuals. By joining our team, you become part of Paladin’s next chapter. Dual-listed on the ASX and TSX, and striving to expand our role as one of the world’s leading independent producers of uranium by developing the PLS Project in Canada.
Our vision “Clean Energy. Clear Future” embodies our purpose to resource a global low-carbon future and contribute to the decarbonisation of many economies. You can be part of this exciting journey and make a difference to the future.
The Opportunity
Paladin is seeking a Legal Counsel to join our Legal & Company Secretariat function on an 18-month maximum-term contract based in the Corporate Head Office in Perth. This hands-on role will provide commercially focused legal and company secretarial support across legal advisory, contracting, disputes, compliance, company secretariat, subsidiary governance, market disclosure, regulatory lodgement and corporate reporting workflows. Working closely with the Senior Legal Counsel and Manager, Company Secretariat, the role is suited to a practical, organised and commercially minded legal professional who can manage confidential information, maintain disciplined records and support a dual-listed resources company operating across multiple jurisdictions.
To be successful in the role, the following is essential:
- Bachelor of Laws or equivalent legal qualification, with a current or eligible Western Australian practising certificate, or equivalent admission/qualification suitable for the role
- 5+ years’ post-admission experience in corporate, commercial, resources, projects or listed company work
- Strong contract drafting, review and negotiation skills, including services agreements, consulting agreements, confidentiality arrangements, procurement documents and related commercial contracts
- Ability to identify legal and governance risks and propose practical, commercially aligned solutions
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear summaries, memos, Board/Committee materials, minutes, action registers and internal briefing notes
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work with confidential information, maintain accurate records and follow through on actions
- Sound stakeholder management skills and ability to work collaboratively with legal, company secretariat, investor and government relations, finance, risk, sustainability functions, operations and external advisers
- A demonstrated commitment to Paladin’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Courage and Community in everything you do
- A collaborative approach with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement
- Hold valid Australian work rights
- Hold, or be willing to obtain, a current National Police Clearance
Key Responsibilities
The key duties and accountabilities of this position include:
- Draft, review and assist with negotiation of commercial contracts
- Support practical and commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Assist with legal input to corporate projects and other strategic initiatives
- Support the management of disputes, litigation, claims and regulatory matters
- Assist with Board and Committee meeting preparation, including agendas, papers, meeting packs, minutes, circular resolutions and governance calendars
- Support the preparation and lodgement of securities exchange filings, routine regulatory filings and notices
- Support management of the employee incentive programs, share registry and external stakeholder engagement processes
- Identify opportunities to improve templates, documents, workflows and filing
About Paladin
Dual-listed on the ASX and TSX and headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, Paladin Energy is a globally significant independent uranium producer. Through our 75% ownership of Langer Heinrich Mine located in Namibia, we deliver reliable uranium supply to major nuclear utilities around the world, positioning us as a contributor to global decarbonisation.
Paladin also owns an extensive portfolio of uranium development and exploration assets in Canada, including the Patterson Lake South Project in Saskatchewan and the Michelin Project in Newfoundland and Labrador. Across our operations, we are focused on sustainability, safety and stakeholder engagement. We have a clear commitment to delivering long-term value and making a meaningful contribution to global decarbonisation efforts through the supply of uranium for nuclear energy.
Why Join Paladin?
- Convenient Perth CBD location
- Competitive remuneration
- A supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace culture
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in the global clean energy transition
Equal Employment Opportunity
Paladin is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Next Steps
Click APPLY to submit your application.
To learn more about Paladin, please visit www.paladinenergy.com.au
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Pay: $150,000.00 – $170,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- What's your expected annual base salary (in AUD)?
- Do you hold a current legal practising certificate in Western Australia?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- Do you have (or are willing to obtain) a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
- Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?
- How many years' experience do you have in corporate & commercial law?
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
