Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the
world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a
full business law service. We have more than 4000 lawyers based in
over 58 offices across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin
America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central
Asia.
Our Environment & Planning practice group is recognised as one
of the leading teams in Australia and demand on our services has
created an opportunity for a Senior Associate to join the Brisbane
team reporting into Julieane
Materu and Jacqueline
Plant.
The Norton Rose Fulbright Environment & Planning team acts for
major corporate clients, developers, infrastructure providers,
industry and government. You will be engaged in a mix of
litigation, advice and transaction work focussed on planning and
environmental law issues. This may include planning approvals and
appeals, major project approvals, contaminated land and waste
management, planning agreements, land acquisition, advice and due
diligence in the oil & gas and mining sectors, renewable energy
projects, incident response & investigations, and environmental
prosecutions and enforcement.
To be considered for this role you will ideally have;
- 5+ years PQE gained within a reputable Environment &
Planning practice
- Previous experience on matters involving environmental
approvals and prosecutions
- Good experience with environmental law issues across a
range of sectors
- Experience in the conduct of proceedings relating to
environmental or planning matters, including the Planning and
Environment Court, Magistrates Court and District Court
- Strong time management & organisational skills with the
capacity to manage multiple projects and conflicting priorities
simultaneously
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including
strong drafting skills
- Strong academic achievements
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven
and focused individual. At Norton Rose Fulbright, you will be
rewarded with genuine career prospects and an excellent team
environment renowned for its collaborative culture, passion for
client service and professional development opportunities.
Remuneration will be commensurate with relevant
experience.
Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives
to create an inclusive environment. We are proud that Norton Rose
Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice
for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the
Australian Workplace Equality Index. In 2025 we were re-accredited
as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to
discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
candidates to apply.
To apply online click the 'Apply' button below. If
you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or if the
application portal is inaccessible to you, please don't hesitate to
contact Yvette Borradale via (03) 8686 6003 or
yvette.borradale@nortonrosefulbright.com for a confidential
discussion.
If you are trans or gender diverse and would like a
confidential discussion before applying, please contact Yvette
Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330
8578.
Please be aware in the course of routine work some
of our lawyers and teams can be exposed to details of trauma. The
firm has controls in place including educational and psychological
support. Our talent team can provide further
details.
Norton Rose
Fulbright values diversity and strives to create an inclusive
environment. We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia
has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by
the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier
employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace
Equality Index. In 2025 we were re-accredited as a Family Inclusive
Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and
hybrid work options with us.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
candidates to apply.
To apply online click the 'Apply' button below. If
you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or if the
application portal is inaccessible to you, please don't hesitate to
contact Yvette Borradale via (03) 8686 6003 or
yvette.borradale@nortonrosefulbright.com for a confidential
discussion.
If you are trans or gender diverse and would like a
confidential discussion before applying, please contact Yvette
Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330
8578.
Please be aware in the course of routine work some
of our lawyers and teams can be exposed to details of trauma. The
firm has controls in place including educational and psychological
support. Our talent team can provide further
details.
