Why This Firm?
This national, award-winning firm strikes the ideal balance between high-quality legal work and a genuinely people-first culture. They understand you do your best work when you feel supported, connected and inspired, and they’ve built an environment where that’s the norm.
What They Offer
- Flexible Working Options – Hybrid arrangements designed to support study, family commitments, and better work–life balance.
- Wellbeing at the Forefront – Annual wellbeing allowance, a dedicated parents’ room, Wellness Program, and trained Mental Health First Aid Officers.
- Structured Career Development – Clear L&D pathways, meaningful mentoring, and study support to elevate your career.
- A Fun, Inclusive Culture – Weekly morning teas, karaoke nights, wine tastings, dress-up days, fun runs, and social sports (netball, cricket and more).
- Community Impact – Workplace giving programs and community initiatives that make a real difference.
- Recognition & Reward – Bonus programs, milestone celebrations, and referral incentives.
- Authentic Diversity & Inclusion – Active subcommittees for Pride, Women, Cultural Diversity, and Ability & Wellbeing.
Join a respected national practice delivering sophisticated work across high-profile and complex matters. This is an exceptional chance to be part of a Planning & Environment team that works on some of Queensland’s most interesting projects, from approvals and litigation to remediation and environmental risk. You’ll collaborate across practice areas, and work closely with a senior leader who is well known in the field.
Client work spans: energy and resources, major developers, government, manufacturers, and large-scale infrastructure providers. You’ll enjoy genuine autonomy along with the support of a mentor who values collaboration and growth.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Preparing and managing development applications, permits and approvals
- Advising on environmental compliance and regulatory frameworks
- Running planning and environmental disputes
- Managing environmental incidents and enforcement issues
- Advising on environmental liability and insurance coverage
- Handling risk management, decommissioning and rehabilitation issues
- Assisting with valuation objections, resumptions and compensation claims
About You
You will ideally have:
- 4+ years’ P&E experience (Associate or Senior Associate level)
- Strong technical capability and sound commercial judgement
- A collaborative mindset and interest in mentoring others
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A passion for delivering practical, client-focused legal solutions
If the role interests you but the timing isn’t quite right, we’d still love to hear from you. At Law Staff, we offer relaxed and confidential conversations, in person, by phone, or via video, so you can explore current and upcoming opportunities at your own pace.
To apply:
Click APPLY, or send your resume directly to:
Trudy Reading – trudy@lawstaff.com.au
Georgina See – georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Law Staff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.