Environment & Sustainable Development â Lawyer (2-5 PQE)
Environment & Sustainable Development â Lawyer (2-5 PQE)
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Job Description
We are seeking a remarkable litigation Lawyer to join our market leading Environment & Sustainable Development team in Melbourne
This role will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to:
- Work with our impressive and highly regarded ESD Partner and her high performing team on contentious land acquisition and related matters
- Work with a variety of clients and gain exposure to major and significant Melbourne projects
This role will see the successful candidate act for public sector clients on disputed land acquisition claims and related matters within this dynamic area of law. Led by Partner Sallyanne Everett supported by Special Counsel Emma Mawson in this pivotal role you will be working on a wide range of matters across all issues relevant to land acquisition and compensation in particular contested claims referred to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Supreme Court of Victoria.
You will be directly involved in all aspects of a contested claim including drafting court documents preparing evidence briefing Counsel and preparing for trial. There will also be opportunity to advise on a broad range of land access and land management issues including in the delivery of major transport and infrastructure projects.
The ESD team and the Melbourne office of CU provides a unique environment to engage in dynamic high-performance client-facing work whilst enjoying the benefits of a collaborative team culture where we support each other and celebrate our successes.
Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role you will have:
- At least 2 years strong private practice experience in litigation (experience in land acquisition and compensation law and procedure preferable but not essential)
- A strong record of academic achievement
In addition to this we are looking for someone who has:
- An ability to apply natural creativity and intelligence to problem solving
- A high level of attention to detail and an ability to draft clear commercially orientated and incisive advice
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills for building client relationships
- A collegiate mindset and positive attitude which prioritises respect for peers and collaborative team work
- A desire to advance their career in a top tier practice
- A focus on providing an outstanding service to clients.
- An appetite to learn from an established team and build meaningful collaborative relationships internally
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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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.
Employment Type
Full-Time
