Lawyer, Planning & Environment
Core
Associate or Senior Associate lawyer providing legal advice on planning, environmental, and regulatory matters for major projects and developments across Australia.
Role type
Associate/Senior Associate lawyer (Planning, Environment & Administrative Law)
Builds
Legal advice and strategic support for major infrastructure, energy, resources, and property projects
Domain
Australian Law (Planning, Environment, Administrative Law)
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Planning and development law expertise, Environmental and regulatory law expertise, Administrative law knowledge, Litigation and dispute resolution skills, Due diligence capabilities, Compulsory acquisition and compensation knowledge, Contaminated land and compliance expertise, Aboriginal heritage and native title understanding, Strong analytical skills, Complex regulatory framework navigation, Strategic advisory skills, Drafting skills, Commercial acumen
Preferred skills
Experience mentoring junior lawyers, Team development contribution
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Handle planning and development applications, approvals, and appeals; Provide environmental and regulatory advice under State and Federal frameworks; Conduct due diligence and strategic advice on major projects; Manage compulsory acquisition and compensation matters; Address contaminated land and compliance issues; Handle Aboriginal heritage, native title, and regulatory considerations; Engage in litigation and dispute resolution including tribunal and court proceedings
Seniority
Mid-level (3-6 years experience) to Senior-level (mentoring capability)