About this Role
Associate or Senior Associate – Planning, Environment & Government (Advisory & Transactional)
Location: Sydney, NSW
Type: Full-time or Part-time
Job Ref: [Insert Internal Job ID]
The Opportunity
We are currently partnering with a leading specialist law firm to appoint a Planning & Environment Associate or Senior Associate to their high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to work alongside industry-recognised experts and enjoy a broad, high-quality practice spanning public sector advisory, infrastructure, and complex planning matters.
The firm has a strong reputation in the market for its expertise in local and state government law, infrastructure funding, and environmental issues. You’ll work with an established and collegiate team servicing a long-standing government client base, while being supported by dedicated legal and business services staff.
Key Areas of Work
You will be exposed to a wide range of complex and interesting matters, including:
Planning and development projects across NSW
Infrastructure funding arrangements, planning agreements and developer contributions
Public sector land acquisitions (predominantly by agreement)
Environmental matters including biodiversity, threatened species, pollution and contamination
Public sector governance, procurement, and administrative law
Property and land matters involving Crown Land and Native Title
About You
We are seeking a technically strong and confident lawyer with:
3–8 years’ post-admission experience in planning, environment or public law
Experience working with or advising government clients (preferred)
Excellent legal drafting, research and statutory interpretation skills
A collaborative and proactive mindset
The ability to work both autonomously and closely with experienced partners on high-value work
Why Apply?
Competitive salary package reflecting your expertise and future potential
5 weeks annual leave
18 weeks paid parental leave (including superannuation)
Financial and mentoring support for post-graduate study
Genuine part-time or full-time options
Hybrid working arrangements with the tech to support it
A firm culture that values high-quality legal work, professional development, and long-term careers
Interested?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who thrives in a specialist environment and wants to be part of a firm that’s deeply respected in its niche. If this sounds like you, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.