Senior Planning and Environmental Lawyer

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia HarperLloyd Recruitment Full time

Our client is a national mid-tier firm seeking an experienced solicitor or associate to join its growing planning and environment team.

About the Role

This role sits within a leading planning, environment, and government team, offering a unique opportunity to work with public and private clients on matters involving:

  • Undertaking prosecutions
  • Providing advice on developments, contaminated land, and heritage sites
  • Advising on major property developments
  • Undertaking advocacy in the Land & Environment Court
  • Being exposed to planning appeals
  • Working on enforcements & judicial reviews

The ideal candidate will have experience in a well-regarded P&E team, with excellent attention to detail, strong drafting skills, and the ability to work well within teams.

About Us

We are Harper Lloyd Recruitment, a legal specialist recruitment firm working with private practice firms (boutique to top-tier/international), government, and in-house. Our team consists of former lawyers from mid- and top-tier firms, passionate about helping lawyers advance their careers.

We estimate the salary for this role to be around £45,000 - £70,000 per annum, depending on experience. The successful candidate can expect to enjoy a real work-life balance, proper conversations with partners and senior practitioners, opportunities for quick progression, yearly reviews, mentorship, and development programs.


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