Planning & Environment Lawyer – empire legal

Opportunity in one of the leading planning and environment teams in Sydney.
Broad mix of work and client base
True career progression

The firm
Our client is one of Australia’s leading national firms and attracts a wide range of work in the environment and planning sphere. The team has outstanding experience acting for developers, business owners, local government authorities, state government, energy providers, mining companies and land owners. They have great experience both in planning tribunals and appeals, as well as providing advice on environmental issues.

The role
Our client is seeking a lawyer to join their Planning & Environment team in their Sydney office. You will be working with one of the most experienced partners in the field on a range of matters, including advising clients in relation to development consents including major projects, environmental issues including contamination, land valuation and compensation matters, prosecutions, voluntary planning agreements and general planning advice. You will also be acting for Local Government Authorities.

Requirements
You will have between 3 and 7 years post admission experience gained from a highly reputable planning and environment team. It is crucial that you have both planning and environment experience, as this is a very broad role. This is an exciting role for a planning and environment lawyer to learn from a wonderful partner, but also have autonomy and client and matter responsibility.

Excellent technical skills are a must, but you will also have strong client facing and communication skills.

Benefits
You will enjoy an excellent salary package, a close and supportive work environment, and the opportunity to learn from an amazing partner. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who wants to work on a broad range of matters, and specialise in the ever changing planning and environment space.

Contact
For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Marianna Tuccia BA; LLB
ref: MT15000
e: marianna@empiregroup.careers
p: 02 8227 7207