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 are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We’ve been part of Australia’s story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen.

Why work with us?

We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It’s a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients, where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of. You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals.

Together we learn. Together we master. Together we 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@mallesons.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

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 Mallesons.
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@mallesons.com

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