This is a Planning & Environment - Senior Associate/Special Counsel role with Mills Oakley based in Brisbane, QLD, AU Mills Oakley Role Seniority - senior More about the Planning & Environment - Senior Associate/Special Counsel role at Mills Oakley Due to growth, we are seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel with at least 5 years' PQE to join our Brisbane Planning & Environment practice. About Us Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do. The Role Our successful Planning and Environment team is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel in Brisbane. The team represents predominately developer and large land-owning clients and also act on behalf of some long-term Council clients and benefit from a strong pipeline of work. The role involves working closely with a leading Partner on a wide range of planning and environment law matters across Queensland including: Planning law advice, appeals and applications; Environmental law and regulatory advice and litigation; Enforcement advice and litigation – including prosecutions; and Preparation, review and drafting infrastructure agreements and planning schemes. Who We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' experience in a reputable planning and environment practice in Queensland. Candidates with an existing client base will be highly regarded, though not essential. The successful applicant will be an integral member of a high performing team and offer strong leadership qualities as a senior practitioner. You will possess persuasive written communication and advocacy skills. You will be provided the platform and opportunity to grow your own practice and be supported by a team of administrative and paralegal support across your matters. What We Offer We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including: Flexible working; Dress for your day; Discounted health insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia; Study and exam leave; Competitive referral bonus; and Other amazing perks! Apply All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page. Requirements Apply Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Mills Oakley team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing planning law advice Handling environmental law matters Drafting and reviewing agreements Key Strengths Planning law advice Environmental law and regulatory advice ✍️ Persuasive written communication and advocacy skills Client relationship management Leadership qualities Drafting infrastructure agreements A Final Note: This is a role with Mills Oakley not with Hatch.
