Join our client’s highly regarded Environment & Planning team, part of a national Real Estate & Projects practice known for its excellence and innovation. With offices across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, our client is a forward-thinking independent law firm that services major developers, institutional landowners and all levels of government.
About the position: This is an excellent opportunity for a Lawyer with 1–4 years PAE to join our client’s growing Environment & Planning team in Sydney. The role offers exposure to a full spectrum of environment and planning law, including:
- Land and Environment Court litigation (Classes 1, 3, 4 & 5)
- Compulsory acquisition, contamination, pollution and heritage disputes
- Advisory work on development applications, risk and regulatory compliance
- Planning agreements, biodiversity offsets and enforcement action
- Matters involving both private and public sector clients
You'll also be exposed to cross-jurisdictional work from offices in Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra, gaining experience in both NSW and national legislative frameworks.
Key Requirements: - 1–4 years PAE and a valid practising certificate for NSW
- Background in a mid/top-tier law firm or relevant in-house/government role
- Experience in planning, environmental or administrative law
- Strong legal research, drafting, and litigation management skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a close-knit team
- A detail-oriented mindset with excellent client service focus
- Genuine interest in development law, government policy and sustainability
On offer: - Salary range: $95,000 – $135,000 + Super + Annual Bonus, depending on experience
- Hybrid work model with autonomy to balance home and office
- National clients and sophisticated files, including Land and Environment Court litigation
- Comprehensive training, mentoring, and secondment opportunities
- Down-to-earth, inclusive and collaborative team culture
- Supportive firm values around diversity, wellbeing and pro bono
Interested in this position? Apply now or email your resume to Daniel Cappellacci at
daniel@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 718 155 to hear more about the role.
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcappellacci/
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