High-Value Oil & Gas | Cross‑Border JV Work | Career-Defining Roles

Ready to elevate your career within one of Australia’s most active and respected tier 1 Energy & Resources practices?

We’re partnering with a leading top-tier firm to appoint two standout lawyers to their Brisbane team, offering unmatched exposure to significant oil & gas, unregulated M&A; and cross‑border project work.

The Roles Available

The team is expanding and seeking:
Senior Associate – recently promoted up to ~3 years post‑promotion
Associate – 3–5 years PAE

These roles sit within a high-performing group known for complex, strategic matters and solid mentorship.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

You’ll advise on a diverse and high‑calibre portfolio of matters, including:
Unregulated M&A; and joint ventures
Oil & gas transactions and project development
Strategic cross‑border matters
Broader energy sector work spanning renewables and decarbonisation initiatives

Why This Team?

What sets this opportunity apart:
International scope while remaining Brisbane-based




High‑profile clients across private and government sectors
Supportive, collaborative culture with a track record of developing exceptional lawyers
Clear progression pathways and firmwide visibility
High‑end, meaningful work you won’t find elsewhere in Brisbane

What You Bring

We’re looking for lawyers with:
Minimum 3 years' PAE in corporate, energy or resources
Excellent drafting and advisory skills with strong commercial instincts
Experience or genuine interest in oil & gas, JVs and cross‑border work
A proactive mindset and ability to thrive in a team setting

What’s on Offer

This firm invests deeply in its people. You’ll enjoy:
5 weeks annual leave
Top of market remuneration
Flexible working as standard
Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave (+ super on unpaid leave)
National training programs, mentoring and international scholarship prospects
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📌 Energy And Resources Lawyer Queensland
🏢 Day One Recruitment
📍 Queensland