Job Description

Solicitor - 2-4 yrs - Environment and Planning – Sydney

We are seeking a solicitor (2-4 yrs) with experience in a broad range of environment and planning matters to join our Sydney team.

Our work
You will be involved with challenging and complex legal work across the full spectrum of environment and planning issues. In this role, you will be assisting Michael Causer, Michelle Astridge and Kate Dean, Partners in our Environment and Planning team.

You will work on disputes, including judicial review proceedings and regulator enforcement matters. You will also be responsible for the provision of major project planning and environmental advice – particularly in relation to the environmental and planning aspects of large-scale transactions, infrastructure developments and other major projects.

Our clients
The team works with an enviable range of national and international blue chip clients including mining companies, property developers, statutory authorities, and State and Local Government.

You will have

● experience acting for clients on environmental disputes with experience in Class 1 disputes essential

● experience of environmental disputes within other LEC jurisdictions will be highly regarded

● recognised environment and planning experience within the real estate and infrastructure sectors

● excellent analytical, communication and research skills - to deliver prompt and commercially astute advice

● strong commitment to client service and well-developed relationship management ability - you will play a key role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with our clients

● team focus - to mentor junior colleagues and ensure the effective utilisation of the group

● enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - presenting at industry related programs and managing strategic relationships and network

● first rate experience of drafting documents (including agreements, contracts, deeds, court documents etc.)

Who are we?

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

We help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international network.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Next Steps
Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kellie McLean, kellie.mclean@au.kwm.com

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email careers@kwm.com