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Key requirements
Experience working in an Environment & Planning team, ideally at a well-regarded top tier firm, international firm, Australian firm or boutique firm Some experience in Land and Environment Court litigation A willingness to build an understanding of clients and develop effective working relationships An ability to effectively manage matters
The role
This is an Associate role in Allens' Environment & Planning team in Sydney, Australia. The role focuses on advising clients on environmental and planning approvals, transactional support, and dispute resolution within the Real Estate and Development practice group.
What you'll do
- Provide strategic planning and environmental approval advice for projects across a range of market sectors including residential, retail, commercial, industrial and logistics, aged care, mining, transport, energy and renewables
- Appear in the Land and Environment Court in appeals, land acquisition proceedings and prosecutions
- Advise on contaminated land issues and environmental licensing
- Advise on planning and associated regulatory approvals
- Advise on biodiversity conservation, heritage and environmental protection legislation
- Negotiate voluntary planning agreements at both State and local government levels
What we're looking for
Experience working in an Environment & Planning team, ideally at a well-regarded top tier firm, international firm, Australian firm or boutique firm
Some experience in Land and Environment Court litigation
A willingness to build an understanding of clients and develop effective working relationships
An ability to effectively manage matters
A willingness to participate in business development activities, such as pitch documents, firm-wide pursuits, article writing, attending industry events and hosting seminars
A desire and ability to grow, both as an Environment & Planning Lawyer and leader
A strong team ethic
An ability to establish a professional profile and internal networks
Benefits
Market competitive fixed remuneration
Generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution
Employee recruitment referral program
Discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance
Charity matched funding program
Fully subsidised gym memberships
Annual flu vaccinations
Skin checks
In-house snacks and catered meals
Subsidised sporting and social activities
Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions
Equipment to support working from home
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees
High quality executive coaching to support the transition
Possible secondments to many of their overseas offices via the alliance with Linklaters
Team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities
Annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people
Opportunity to make a difference through work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues
Workplace giving and volunteering programs
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Associate, Environment & Planning
Allens · Sydney
Sydney