Impactful Planning & Environment Lawyer – Sydney

Nulsen Disability Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mills Oakley is seeking a Lawyer, Associate or Senior Associate to join our Sydney Planning & Environment team, working alongside a new Partner on significant development, infrastructure, energy and resources projects.

You will advise a diverse client base including developers, energy proponents, government agencies and major corporates, partnering with experienced Partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of matters.

Qualifications

• 2-8 years' PQE gained in a reputable planning and environment practice.
• Experience advising on planning, environmental and/or regulatory matters.
• Exposure to energy, renewables, infrastructure or resources projects will be highly regarded.
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A collaborative approach and genuine interest in developing your practice in this growing sector.

Responsibilities

• Planning and environmental approvals for major development projects
• Renewable energy projects
• Environmental compliance, regulatory investigations and enforcement matters
• Mining and resource sector developments, approvals and operational issues
• Strategic planning advice and land use matters
• Merits appeals and judicial review proceedings
• Due diligence for acquisitions and project financing transactions
• Advising clients on environmental legislation, planning instruments and regulatory risk

Skills

PQE 2-8 years

Planning & environment

Regulatory matters

Drafting & analysis

Stakeholder management

Job description

Mills Oakley is seeking a Lawyer, Associate or Senior Associate to join our Sydney Planning & Environment team, working alongside a new Partner on significant development, infrastructure, energy and resources projects.

You will advise a diverse client base including developers, energy proponents, government agencies and major corporates, partnering with experienced Partners and senior lawyers across a broad range of matters.