Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Partner & Special Counsel
Job type: Permanent
Salary: 100 Point Partner Earnings in the multi-7 Figures
Contact name: Craig Ashton-Sward

Contact email: craig@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: ERP080825
Published: 24 days ago
The Role

A prestigious national law firm is collaborating with Law Staff to appoint a senior legal professional at Partner level within its Energy & Resources group.

This is a key leadership role based in the firm’s high-performing Brisbane office.
Recognised nationally for its legal excellence and commercial savvy, the firm services a diverse client base including ASX-listed entities, multinational corporations, and government bodies. Its legal team is known for executing complex matters with precision, speed, and an emphasis on long-term client relationships.

The Brisbane practice generates over $50 million in annual revenue and is actively expanding across 5 of its 14 core practice areas, including Energy and Resources.

The Ideal Candidate The firm welcomes interest from established Partners or high-performing Special Counsel with a portable client base, ready to step into Partnership.

Relevant experience may include:

Resources Sector:
  • Structuring and financing major projects
  • M&A, joint ventures, and asset divestments
  • Drafting and negotiating complex contracts (e.g. production, infrastructure, exploration)
  • General corporate advisory work
Renewables Sector:
  • Legal support for solar, wind, hydro, pumped hydro, and battery storage projects
  • Tenure and regulatory guidance for infrastructure development
  • Preparation of lease agreements, options, and related financial documents
  • Full-spectrum transactional and advisory support
Candidates should demonstrate proven ability to manage client portfolios, mentor junior lawyers, and deliver commercial outcomes. Prior experience at a prominent law firm, with exposure to major corporate clients, is highly desirable.

The firm promotes flexibility and supports hybrid working arrangements to accommodate lifestyle preferences and family commitments.

Financial Outlook Remuneration is merit-based and tailored to your contribution and the strength of your practice. Indicative income levels include:
  • Salaried Partner: $400K – $550K+
  • Entry Equity Partner: Starting at $1.2M
  • Full Equity Partner (100 points): $4M+
The firm rewards entrepreneurial thinking, technical excellence, and strategic growth.

Why Choose Law Staff? With more than three decades of experience supporting Brisbane’s legal community, Law Staff has facilitated hundreds of successful Partner-level transitions - always with discretion, strategy, and transparency.
We offer deep insights into:
  • Partner earnings structures and profitability models
  • Governance and equity arrangements
  • Cultural fit and lateral integration strategy
  • Cross-practice collaboration and firm trajectory
We also work with you to develop a compelling, results-focused business case that aligns with firm objectives and supports a seamless transition. Rest assured, we will never contact a firm without your written consent.

Referee details from Partners we’ve assisted in making successful lateral moves are available upon request.