Planning & Environment Lawyer (2-4 years PQE)

Planning & Environment Lawyer (2-4 years PQE) We are seeking a full-time or part-time motivated and talented lawyer with 2-4 years PQE in planning and environment or administrative law to join our firm practising in planning and environment law. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative and supportive environment, offering challenging and diverse work and opportunities for growth and development. Key responsibilities

• Conducting legal research and analysis on planning, environment, and public law matters;
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including briefs, submissions, advices, covenants and agreements made under s 173 of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 ;
• Assisting with the preparation and presentation of cases before courts and tribunals, including opportunities for advocacy;
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships and industry networks;
• Contributing to team meetings, including discussions on cases and recent developments in the sector, collaborating on practice improvements and developing innovative legal solutions.

Qualifications and skills: The successful candidate will:

• Be admitted as a lawyer in Australia with a minimum of 2 years PQE in planning and environment or administrative law;
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills;
• Be personable and bring a positive attitude to work;
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Be focused on assisting the firm deliver excellent client service;
• Have excellent organisational skills and attention to detail;
• Be a team player who enjoys building relationships with clients and delivering exceptional service.

About Marcus Lane Group Marcus Lane Group is a leading progressive boutique law firm. We provide bespoke planning and environmental law advice and advocacy, as well as enforcement, gaming, liquor, water law, and human rights advice and advocacy. We are dedicated to building lasting relationships and providing innovative, efficient services to our statutory and private clients. We conduct our business in a hybrid manner, from both our office in Melbourne’s CBD and remotely. Why work with us? We encourage our people to be the best they can be at work. We provide a caring, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture. We commit to ensuring all our people feel engaged, valued and supported to develop and build on their professional skills. We operate with flexible work arrangements, with your employment to be undertaken from both the office and remotely. We have a competitive salary package commensurate with experience. How to apply? If you are keen to work in a friendly and rewarding environment, where quality service and client satisfaction is the goal, please apply by emailing a copy of your CV and a covering letter (including your preference to fulfil the role in a part-time or full-time capacity), addressed to Mimi Marcus, Principal of Marcus Lane Group at . Applications close at 5pm on Monday 3 March 2025 . #J-18808-Ljbffr