About the Firm

Our client is a Melbourne-based boutique with a longstanding reputation in Planning & Environment law. Their lawyers work closely with public and private stakeholders on high-value urban planning, environmental approvals, compliance and complex infrastructure strategy. Their culture supports autonomy, commercial insight and strong referral relationships.

What You’ll Be Doing

Step into a senior advisory role, with the chance to shape the full lifecycle of planning and environmental matters:

• Advise on approvals, zoning, overlays, heritage and contamination
• Draft and negotiate planning/infrastructure agreements and 173s
• Liaise with government, developers and consultants to unlock strategy
• Lead client relationships and contribute to internal development

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years PQE in planning/environment law
• Strong experience in approvals, overlays, regulatory frameworks
• Excellent drafting and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, commercially minded and confident leading complex matters

What’s On Offer

• Autonomy to manage matters end-to-end with director support
• Flexible hybrid model and sustainable billables
• Strong pipeline of planning advisory, no overreliance on litigation
• Growth path to Special Counsel in a respected boutique firm

Drive strategic planning outcomes – Apply Today

Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal – VIC & SA) at janine@gorillajobs.com.au to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 731.
Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990

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