- Premium office environment – newly renovated Brisbane CBD office
- Flexible work arrangements with company-provided technology
- Professional development programs, and genuine career progression opportunities
- Paid study leave and financial assistance for work-related tertiary education
- Health & wellbeing initiatives including fresh fruit, and catered dietary options
- Work-Life Hub support services for wellbeing needs
- Employee Assistance Program offering counselling face-to-face, online, or by phone
- 26 weeks’ fully paid parental leave plus superannuation with no waiting period
- Pro bono and community engagement opportunities through legal and social justice initiatives
- Team lunches, Friday drinks, trivia nights, family events & staff discounts
- Strong workplace policies supporting a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
A leading national commercial law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate-level Planning & Environment lawyer to join its Brisbane team. This specialist practice advises a diverse client base across the private and public sectors (local, state, and federal government) on a broad range of planning, environment, infrastructure, and cultural heritage matters. The team is recognised for its technical excellence, collaborative culture, and strong reputation within the Queensland market. This is an outstanding opportunity for a lawyer who is genuinely passionate about planning and environment law and looking to work closely with highly regarded practitioners in a growing and market-leading team environment.
You will gain exposure to:
- Development strategy and approvals work
- Infrastructure, environmental, and cultural heritage matters
- Statutory planning and advisory work
- Planning & Environment Court litigation and dispute resolution.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 3 years’ post-admission experience in planning and environment law
- Experience gained within a reputable private practice or government environment
- Strong interest in Planning & Environment Court and advocacy work
- Excellent drafting, communication, and client management skills
- A collaborative mindset with strong initiative and commercial awareness
- Drive, integrity, efficiency, and a genuine passion for this area of law.
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This is a rare opportunity to join one of Brisbane’s most highly regarded Planning & Environment teams and work alongside recognised leaders in the field.
If you are interested, please email your Professional Profile to:
- Georgina See: georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Law Staff | 260 Queen St | Brisbane | (07) 3221 1229
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.