Planning & Environment - Senior Associate/Special Counsel Brisbane

Planning & Environment - Senior Associate/Special Counsel 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 10 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:

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.

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