Description OPPORTUNITYAre you a seasoned Planning & Environment lawyer looking for a new challenge? We have an exciting opportunity to join our busy and dynamic Planning & Environment practice in Sydney where you can take your career to the next level and make a real impact!Be part of a collaborative team offering exposure to a comprehensive range of planning and environment legal services.Work directly with our developer clients, providing them with expert legal advice and guidance on planning and environment matters.Represent our clients in the Land and Environment Court in Class 1, 3 and 4 of the Court's jurisdiction.Produce high-quality legal documents that meet the needs of our clients and adhere to regulatory requirements.Work alongside a leading Planning and Environment Law Principal and talented practitioners who are keen to share their knowledge.Be part of a law firm committed to your internal development and career progression.ABOUT YOUTo be the successful applicant, you will ideally have:5-8 years PQE and demonstrated experience as a Planning & Environment Lawyer.experience in litigious matters, particularly acting for Applicants in the Land and Environment Court in class 1, 3 and 4 matters.a passion for navigating complex legal landscapes.exceptional communication skills.a strong commitment to excellence in client service.You will also be:a strategic self-starter who is confident with business development skills.a team player who can take direction and is passionate about collaborative growth.a self-motivated individual capable of working independently, as required.The successful applicant will be required to undertake and satisfy a National Police Records Check.HOW TO APPLYWe only require your CV. A cover letter is not required.Please note that after you have applied you will automatically receive a short questionnaire. This questionnaire must be completed for your application to proceed. Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents or hold a valid work Visa.Macpherson Kelley is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We want all employees to have a sense of belonging at MK and to feel confident to bring their authentic self to work. MK encourages and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with lived experience of disability and people who identify as LGBTQI+.THE EXTRASThere are many benefits that we are proud to offer to support our flexible, innovative and positive work environment. These benefits include:genuine flexibility through our Flex+ program.the Macpherson Kelley Foundation and workplace giving program which provides a meaningful and effective way to engage with the community.the Macpherson Kelley Business School - our business school program provides you with practical quality learning and development to help reach your potential.dress for your day - choose what you want to wear based on what is happening that day.up to 20 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer and including superannuation contributions on both paid and unpaid leave.public Holiday Swap - our staff may take time to celebrate holidays that are meaningful to them.Visit our careers page to discover more benefits!MACPHERSON KELLEYMacpherson Kelley is a mid-tier national commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Dandenong and Melbourne CBD. We're structured to meet the needs of and deliver value to our clients who need direct and succinct guidance.We're straight talkers who take care of our clients' legal concerns, giving them the freedom to focus on what they do best. We're pragmatic in the advice we give and bold in our recommendations.With 300+ staff and offices spread across the east coast, our national footprint is growing along with our international reach from Pacific Legal Network (PLN) a division of Macpherson Kelley, together with our Multilaw membership.Role Type Company Overview We work with interesting people and interesting clients. Working collaboratively across teams and offices, our people are part of the big picture. As a national firm with a wide range of practice areas, there's plenty of variety and opportunity to grow. And with our links to international legal networks, our work has a global reach. Our values ( play as a team, better each day and talk straight) define how we work with our clients and with each other. Our values guide key decisions we make in the business and reflect how important it is to enjoy our work and have fun, as well as deliver exceptional service to our clients.#J-18808-Ljbffr
