Senior Associate - Environment & Sustainable Development
Senior Associate - Environment & Sustainable Development
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Job Description
- Join a top tier marketing leading Environment & Sustainable Development Practice
- A part-time opportunity to work as part of a collaborative and supportive team
- Work with a variety of clients and work on significant high-profile matters
The role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Perth Environment & Sustainable Development (ESD) team.
Collegiality is a strong aspect of our team and we are looking for an Senior Associate to provide strong and reliable senior support to the Partner whilst assisting with mentorship of our highly capable lawyers. This part-time opportunity will work closely with another Senior Associate in the team to effectively deliver on client expectations whilst maintaining work-life balance. The team prides itself on its collaborative approach and providing support to one another which drives the success of the practice.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role you will have:
- At least 0-2 years experience as a Senior Associate with a background in environmental law and ideally planning Aboriginal cultural heritage native title or related practice areas
- Strong skills in legislative interpretation analytical thinking and advice drafting and attention to detail
- Familiarity with State Administrative Tribunal or Supreme/Federal Court litigation
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills; required for building client relationships and maintaining a positive team environment
- Demonstrated capability to work autonomously as well as a team member
- Experience in supervision and developing junior lawyers
- A high degree of initiative dedication and organisational ability with a strong client and commercial focus
- A desire to develop and participate in business development initiatives including seminars and publishing articles
The Environment & Sustainable Development team
Our Environment & Sustainable Development Group guides clients through the complex web of planning environmental and broader regulatory laws. These laws are varied and complex in each State. While we specialise in each jurisdiction we are a national practice group with opportunity to work with our interstate colleagues.
How to Apply
We prefer to work directly with candidates if you are interested in this role please click the Apply button or contact the consultant details below for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.
Consultant Contact Details
Jennifer Sanderson (07)Accessibility and Inclusion
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Agency submissions
Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
