Environmental Lawyer

3 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Environmental Defenders Office Ltd Full time
Job Title: Environmental Lawyer

We are seeking an experienced Environmental Lawyer to join our team at the Environmental Defenders Office Ltd. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in protecting our climate, communities, and shared environment.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor (3+ PAE), Senior Solicitor (5+ PAE), or Special Counsel (8+ PAE) to join our WA Practice. You will work on a broad range of environmental issues, including climate justice, pollution, water, cultural heritage protection, and biodiversity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work on a broad range of environmental issues, including climate justice, pollution, water, cultural heritage protection, and biodiversity.
  • Develop and implement effective legal strategies to protect the environment and promote environmental justice.
  • Collaborate with diverse communities and individuals to advance environmental protection and public participation in environmental decision-making.
  • Contribute to law reform and policy initiatives to promote environmental protection and justice.
  • Work collaboratively with our team to achieve our vision of a world where nature thrives.
Requirements
  • An unrestricted practicing certificate or entitlement to one.
  • A minimum of 3 years PAE working as a solicitor with environmental law, administrative law, or litigation experience.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make sound judgments and decisions based on consideration of different views.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills suited to a range of audiences.
  • Demonstrated litigation experience in administrative or environmental law and/or related disciplines.
  • Capacity to undertake law reform or policy, experience desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with diverse communities and individuals highly desirable.
What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our benefits include:

  • A very flexible and family-friendly workplace.
  • Option to work from home and the office.
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender or carer status.
  • 15 days personal/carer's leave.
  • 3 days paid cultural leave.
  • Extra leave over the Christmas period.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

We are committed to creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected, and empowered. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.



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