Mining & Resources - Associate/Senior Associate Brisbane

Nulsen Disability Services; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Gym discounts

Competitive referral bonus

Other amazing perks

Job summary

Mills Oakley is seeking a Solicitor to join our Queensland Mining and Resources team. You will work on a diverse mix of transactional and regulatory matters for mining and resources clients across all commodities, under the guidance of recognised leaders in the field.

You will be admitted in Queensland with 3+ years PQE, experienced in mining and resources law, including exploration, development and production approvals, and hands-on M&A.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' PQE in mining and resources law.
• Experience with exploration, development and production approvals.
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on mining and resources approvals across the project lifecycle.
• Assist clients with tenure, environmental authorities, native title and land access matters.
• Support mining and resources M&A, including due diligence, transaction documents and completion.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including joint ventures, offtake and royalty arrangements.
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Mining & Resources law

Regulatory approvals

Due diligence

M&A experience

Education

QLD Solicitor admission

Job description

Mining & Resources - Associate/Senior Associate

Mills Oakley's Mining and Resources team is looking for a talented Solicitor (3+ years' PQE) to join our Queensland practice.

About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 5 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Mills Oakley's Mining and Resources team is looking for a talented Solicitor to join our Queensland practice. You will work on a diverse mix of transactional and regulatory matters for mining and resources clients across all commodities. You will be part of a team led by Glenn Vassallo and Scott Standen, who are recognised as leading experts in Mining and Resources, with a strong passion towards mentorship and high-performance.

What You Will Do

• Advise on mining and resources approvals across the project lifecycle: exploration, development and production
• Assist clients with tenure, environmental authorities, native title and cultural heritage, land access and compensation matters
• Support mining and resources M&A, including due diligence, transaction documents and completion
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements, including joint ventures, offtake and royalty arrangements
• Build strong client relationships and contribute to business development

About You

• You have an incredible thirst to grow professionally and personally
• Admitted as a solicitor in Queensland, with 3+ years' PQE
• Demonstrated experience in mining and resources law, including exploration, development and production approvals
• Hands-on experience in mining and resources M&A, equity and debt markets
• Strong drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills
• A commercial mindset, with the ability to manage matters independently
• Proven track record of working well in a team

What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:

• Dress for your day;
• Discounted health insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
• Competitive referral bonus; and
• Other amazing perks!