Senior Associate, Environment and Planning

Tyler Wren; Auckland; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra paid holiday

26 weeks primary caregiver leave

Wellness programme

Job summary

Tyler Wren in Wellington is seeking a Senior Associate to advise public and private clients on major infrastructure, freshwater, and urban renewal projects, working with leading partners on resource management and environmental law matters at a leading global firm.

The role offers a top tier environment, strong work-life balance and opportunities across New Zealand, Australia and the UK, with a supportive culture and professional growth within a global practice.

Qualifications

• PQE in resource management and environment law.
• Strong advocacy and consenting capabilities.
• Collaborative and strategic mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advise on resource consents for major infrastructure.
• Develop strategic consenting for water and transport.
• Represent clients in the Environment and High Courts.

Skills

PQE in resource management and env law

Advocacy

Collaborative mindset

Job description

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Senior Associate, Environment and Planning

Step into a top tier environment and planning team in Wellington. You will advise public and private clients on major infrastructure, freshwater, and urban renewal projects. Work closely with highly regarded partners on resource management and environmental law matters at a leading global firm.

• Enjoy an extra paid holiday and lifestyle leave options.
• Access twenty six weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
• Thrive with a wellness programme and regular social events.

Step into a top tier environment and planning team in Wellington. You will advise public and private clients on major infrastructure, freshwater, and urban renewal projects. Work closely with highly regarded partners on resource management and environmental law matters at a leading global firm.

Benefits

• Enjoy an extra paid holiday and lifestyle leave options.
• Access twenty six weeks paid primary caregiver leave.
• Thrive with a wellness programme and regular social events.

Duties

• Advise on resource consents for major infrastructure.
• Develop strategic consenting for water and transport.
• Represent clients in the Environment and High Courts.

Skills & Experience

• Bring proven PQE in resource management and environment law.
• Demonstrate strong advocacy and consenting capabilities.
• Exhibit a highly collaborative and strategic mindset.

About the Company This leading commercial practice is part of the largest global law firm. The Wellington team provides comprehensive expertise across resource management and environmental law. They offer a highly supportive environment, championing genuine work life balance and professional growth for all staff.

Contact Stevie Doubleday at **********@tylerwren.co.nz or call 09 9309828 for a confidential discussion.

Download the Tyler Wren Legal Salary & Benefits Guide at tylerwren.co.nz

Why Work with Tyler Wren?

10+ years of experience in the legal recruitment field
Opportunities across New Zealand, Australia and the UK
Access to roles not advertised publicly
End-to-end career advice and job search support
Specialist recruiters with deep legal market knowledge

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