Careers

The Opportunity

Ashurst has one of the largest and oldest dedicated environmental, planning and native title law practices in Australia. We are consistently viewed by clients as trusted advisors and market leaders. For instance, we have been ranked by Chambers Asia-Pacific as a Band 1 firm in these areas for over a decade.

Ashurst advises on all aspects of environmental law, ranging from obtaining approvals and consents, responding to high profile environmental incidents, defending legal challenges to planning approvals, environmental compliance obligations, compulsory acquisition and land access litigation and regulatory reviews to assisting clients to respond to the changing regulatory environment relating to climate change.

The Planning, Access and Environment Team in Sydney is growing and looking for a senior environment and planning lawyer (who also may have experience in native title law) who is keen to join one of Australia's leading practices and work on the full range of Environment, Planning and Native Title matters, both front and back end.

The role will involve working closely with other teams in the broader firm nationally on a range of market leading work, whilst receiving guidance and mentorship from highly experienced and friendly Partners.

About You

• 4 to 6 years of environment and planning experience gained within a reputable law firm, with 1 to 2 years at Senior Associate level;
• Experience in class 3, 4 and/or 5 proceedings in the NSW Land and Environment Court is desired;
• Additional experience in native title and Aboriginal cultural heritage would be highly regarded but is not essential;
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
• A strong drafting ability;
• A commercial approach to negotiating contracts; and
• A proactive, positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent service.

Candidates that have flexible work arrangements are encouraged to apply.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

• Competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
• Flexible working;
• Complimentary gym memberships;
• Corporate health plans;
• A global professional development offering for all employees; and
• An industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.