Lawyer, Planning & Environment

A prominent national law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its growing Planning, Environment & Sustainable Development team in Perth.

This is a standout opportunity to work across a diverse and high-quality mix of planning, environmental and regulatory matters, supporting major projects and developments across Australia.

The Opportunity

You’ll work closely with highly regarded senior lawyers on a broad range of matters spanning planning, environment and administrative law. The team advises both private and public sector clients across complex regulatory frameworks and high-profile projects.

Your work will include:

• Planning and development matters, including applications, approvals and appeals
  
• Environmental and regulatory advice across State and Federal frameworks
  
• Due diligence and strategic advice on major projects (including infrastructure, energy, resources and property)
  
• Compulsory acquisition and compensation matters
  
• Contaminated land and compliance issues
  
• Aboriginal heritage, native title and broader regulatory considerations (as relevant)
  
• Litigation and dispute resolution, including tribunal and court proceedings
  

You’ll be involved from early-stage strategy through to approvals, implementation and, where required, disputes.

About You

• 3–6 years’ PAE (Associate or Senior Associate level)
  
• Background in planning, environment, property or administrative law
  
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks
  
• Experience or interest in both advisory and contentious matters
  
• Confident communicator with strong drafting skills and attention to detail
  
• Commercially minded with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
  
• For senior candidates: experience mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team development
  

What’s on Offer

• High-quality, complex and varied work across major projects
  
• Direct access to experienced senior lawyers and strong mentoring
  
• Opportunities to take on responsibility and progress your career
  
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
  
• Flexible working arrangements and genuine work-life balance
  
• Exposure to cutting-edge developments and regulatory reform in the sector
  

About the Firm

This firm is a well-established national practice with a strong reputation across projects, planning and environmental law. Known for its collaborative approach and involvement in significant, high-impact work, the team operates at the forefront of regulatory change and project development across Australia.

Please forward your CV or direct any enquiries to benjamin.arabin@jlegal.com.au.

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