Commercial Lawyer (4+ PAE) - Mining, Energy & Native Title

Practicepeople; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Practicepeople is assisting a Perth-based specialist practice seeking a Commercial Lawyer with 4+ PQE to join on a contract basis. You will advise on project development, commercial contracting and transactional matters across mining, energy, renewables and infrastructure projects.

You will support clients on native title, heritage, mining tenure, regulatory approvals and land access throughout the project lifecycle, while autonomously managing files and delivering practical, commercially

Qualifications

• 4+ years' PAE in commercial/mineral resources law or related fields.
• Experience with native title, heritage, mining and resources law is preferred.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on project development, commercial contracting and transactional matters across mining, energy, renewables and infrastructure projects.
• Support clients on native title, heritage, mining tenure, regulatory approvals and land access matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage files autonomously while delivering practical, commercially focused advice and building strong client relationships.

Skills

Commercial law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Client relationships

Project development

Job description

Job Title & Location

Commercial Lawyer (4+ PQE) | Perth, WA

Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded lawyer with 4+ years' post-admission experience to join a specialist practice working across mining, energy, renewables and native title matters. This role offers exposure to the full lifecycle of major projects, with a strong focus on transactional, project development and commercial work.

About the Firm

Our client is a growing specialist practice advising clients across the resources, energy, infrastructure, heritage and native title sectors.

The Role

• Advise on project development, commercial contracting and transactional matters across mining, energy, renewables and infrastructure projects.
• Support clients on native title, heritage, mining tenure, regulatory approvals and land access matters throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage files autonomously while delivering practical, commercially focused advice and building strong client relationships.

About You

• You will ideally have 4+ years' PAE and experience in native title, heritage, mining and resources law, including exposure to Warden's Court matters and land access issues.
• You will bring strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills, together with the ability to manage matters independently and prioritise competing deadlines.
• You will have a commercial mindset, enjoy client-facing work and be motivated to further develop your expertise in project development and transactional matters.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Work on significant mining, energy and renewable energy projects from inception through to delivery.
• Gain exposure to complex native title and heritage matters while supporting end-to-end project development work.
• Join a specialist and growing practice offering a diverse mix of commercial, transactional and project-focused legal work on a contract basis.
• Be part of a firm that genuinely values collaboration, professional development and a positive team culture.