Job Description

• Exciting opportunity for a motivated and passionate planning and environment Senior Associate
• Work in a top-tier law firm, with an unrivalled client base and access to the epitome of legal work
• Drive and deliver to becoming a future industry influencer in this area of law

About the role

We are looking for a Planning & Environment Senior Associate to join our senior Queensland Environment & Sustainable Development (ESD) team.

Our work covers some of the biggest energy and renewables projects in Australia, major infrastructure including rail, sporting and entertainment venues, housing projects, advisory, Planning and Environment Court and Land Court work. Come join our team for this exciting period for legal work in Brisbane in the lead up to the 2032 Olympics.

Our team is led by partners Karen Trainor and Megan Duane. Our high performing team works collaboratively to ensure we consistently deliver exceptional service to our clients. We are seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and specialist practitioner who wants to excel in this area of law.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 12 months' experience in a Senior Associate position specialising in planning and environment law
• Demonstrated experience leading planning and environment matters
• Strong drafting skills with proven attention to detail and an enquiring mind

In addition to this, we are looking for someone who:

• Fosters meaningful relationships with clients and is focused on delivering exceptional service
• An ability to apply natural creativity and intelligence to problem solving
• A high level of attention to detail and an ability to draft clear, commercially orientated, and incisive advice
• Good interpersonal and communication skills for building internal and external relationships
• A collegiate mindset and positive attitude, which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative team work
• A focus on providing an outstanding service to clients

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How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Jennifer Sanderson, (07) 3292 7331

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com

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Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.