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: ERP040725
Published: 14 days ago

  • Partner – Energy, Resources & Renewables | $1.2M+ Earnings | National Firm
  • High-Performing Practice | Partner Earnings Ranging from $1.2M to $4M+
  • Well-Established Client Base | Serving National & Global Blue-Chip Companies
  
THE OPPORTUNITY

We are partnering with the executive leadership team of a respected national law firm to identify a seasoned legal practitioner for a strategic Partner-level role within its Energy & Resources division, based in Brisbane.

This firm is nationally recognised for its legal depth and commercial acumen, with clients spanning top-tier corporates, mid-sized enterprises, and multiple tiers of government. Its team of Partners and senior lawyers are known not only for their legal capability but also for their interactive approach, strategic thinking, and reliability in executing complex transactions within tight timeframes.

Brisbane’s office contributes over $50 million in revenue annually, with the firm now seeking to deepen 5 of its 14 specialist practice areas.

  
WHO THEY’RE LOOKING FOR

The firm is open to a lateral hire at Partner level, or may consider elevating a strong Special Counsel ready to take that next step should that person have a strong client profile.

Your experience may sit across one or more of the following:

Resources
  • Project structuring and financing
  • Negotiation of sophisticated agreements (e.g. exploration, production, infrastructure)
  • M&A, JV structuring, and advisory on divestments
  • General corporate advisory

Renewable Energy
  • Legal support across wind, hydro, pumped hydro, solar, and battery projects
  • Drafting and negotiation of leases, options, and financial instruments
  • Regulatory and tenure advice for pipeline infrastructure
  • End-to-end project and transactional support
You’ll need to be confident in managing client relationships, mentoring lawyers, and driving outcomes. Prior experience in a leading firm acting for high-calibre clients will be an asset.

Flexibility is built into the culture here — the firm supports genuine work-life balance, including hybrid arrangements and tailored hours to suit your lifestyle and commitments.

  
EARNING POTENTIAL

Compensation is aligned to both your individual contribution and the value of your practice. Indicative earnings are strong at various levels:
  • Salaried Partners: $400K – $550K+
  • Entry-level Equity Partners: from $1.2M
  • Full Equity (100 points): $4M+
This firm rewards those who back themselves and bring commercial confidence alongside technical expertise.
  

WHY LAW STAFF?

With 35+ years supporting law firm growth in Brisbane, Law Staff has helped hundreds of Partners and practice groups make career-defining moves - always discreetly, strategically, and with clarity.

We’ll provide you with critical insights, such as:
  • Profitability metrics and remuneration frameworks
  • Partnership structures and governance
  • Lateral movement history and cross-practice alignment
  • Firm culture, growth strategy, and expectations

We also help Partners craft outcome-driven business plans that focus on what matters most, and advise on when and how to present them for optimal effect. Importantly, we will never approach a firm on your behalf without your written go-ahead.

A list of Partner referees for whom we have facilitated a lateral move is available upon request.