Planning & Environment Lawyer in Sydney

Planning & Environment Lawyer in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 82800 - 101200 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Advise on planning approvals, environmental regulations, and major infrastructure projects.
  • Company: Top-tier Australian law firm with a focus on significant development and regulatory matters.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, five weeks' leave, and bonus potential from 1,800 hours.
  • Other info: Join a high-performing team with excellent career growth opportunities.
  • Why this job: Gain exposure to high-profile projects and build your profile alongside industry leaders.
  • Qualifications: 3-4 years PQE in planning or environment law; strong legal and communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.

  • Exposure to significant environment and planning matters across some of

Australia's most prominent projects .

  • Build your profile alongside highly regarded practitioners in a sophisticated national practice.
  • Enjoy bonus potential from 1,800 hours, 3:2 hybrid working and five weeks' annual leave.
  • Gain exposure to both advisory and contentious work , including Land and Environment Court matters.

What's in it for you?

  • Exposure to significant environment and planning matters across some of

Australia's most prominent projects .

  • Build your profile alongside highly regarded practitioners in a sophisticated national practice.
  • Enjoy bonus potential from 1,800 hours, 3:2 hybrid working and five weeks' annual leave.
  • Gain exposure to both advisory and contentious work , including Land and Environment Court matters.

About your new employer

  • Our client is a top-tier Australian law firm known for advising on some of the country's most significant development, infrastructure, energy and regulatory matters.
  • You will join a high-performing team working with major private sector, government and institutional clients on complex and commercially significant mandates.

About the role

  • Working closely with leading planning and environment partners, you will advise on:
  • planning approvals and development strategy;
  • environmental regulation and compliance;
  • compulsory acquisition and land compensation;
  • major infrastructure and urban development;
  • energy transition and data centre projects; and
  • Land and Environment Court proceedings.

The work spans major project delivery, strategic advisory and complex disputes , giving you broad exposure across the full lifecycle of significant developments.

The ideal candidate

3-4 years PQE in planning, environment, or local government law.

  • Knowledge of NSW planning laws desirable.
  • Strong technical legal skills and drafting ability
  • Excellent communication and client management skill
  • Commercial judgement and confidence working on complex matters

If this role does not align to your experience and/or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities .

Why work with us?

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Planning & Environment Lawyer in Sydney employer: Naiman Clarke

Naiman Clarke is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture, providing associates with the opportunity to engage in high-profile insolvency and commercial litigation cases. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from mentorship by experienced partners and the chance to take ownership of significant matters, all while working in a supportive environment that values teamwork and innovation.

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Contact Details:

Naiman Clarke Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Planning & Environment Lawyer in Sydney

Planning Approvals
Environmental Regulation
Compliance
Compulsory Acquisition
Land Compensation
Infrastructure Development
Urban Development