Senior Associate, Planning & Environment - Sydney

Our Planning & Environment team is engaged in a wide range of litigation, advisory and contractual matters across a diverse client range.
About the team
Our Planning & Environment team is engaged in a wide range of litigation, advisory and contractual matters across a diverse client range spanning both the public and private sectors. With the team continuing to grow in volume and breadth of work, as well as being known for their success and supportive culture, it is an exciting time to join.
About the role
The practice enjoys a balance between top-level State Government and Council clients, and private sector clients. You will work on a wide range of matters for a sophisticated and growing client base. Types of matters you will work on include:

Land and Environment Court litigation;
Advice on issues such as permissibility, statutory interpretation of planning instruments, development contributions, environmental law compliance, contamination;
Drafting planning agreements and works in kind agreement.

About you
You will have at least 5-6 years PAE, with a background in Land and Environment Court litigation, as well as excellent legal research, advisory and drafting skills. You will have a critical eye for detail, accuracy and precision in legal reasoning and writing.
In this group you will have the opportunity to play to your current strengths, and to develop areas where you see opportunity for personal development and growth. This opportunity will suit candidates who appreciate a positive and cohesive culture, and genuinely enjoy operating as a team to achieve outstanding results for clients.
Who we are
Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia's largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.
Employee benefits
At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce. Our benefits include:

A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.

Firm awards and citations
We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

Employer of Choice - Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30The Best Lawyers in Australiaawards/3Best Lawyers: Ones to Watchin Australiaawards
Doyle's Guide - inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact
We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm. This includes:

Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What's next?
To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Steers-Lemai, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914. To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button and submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.
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